Doane University Value of an Education

Is Doane Crete Priced Well for its Value?

Check out Doane University's educational value before you overpay!

Within Nebraska, Doane University is Considered a High Quality College at an Average Price.

Doane University's overall average net price combined with a high quality education, results in an average value for the money when compared to other colleges and universities in Nebraska. This lands Doane University in the #9 slot on our ranking of Best Colleges for the Money in Nebraska.

Nationally, Good School + Low Cost = Great Value

Doane University's quality of education, combined with its overall low net price, delivers students a good value for the money when compared to other colleges and universities nationwide of similar quality. This earned Doane Crete a ranking of #157 on the Best Colleges for the Money list, placing it in the top 20% overall.

The following graphic shows how the cost of obtaining a degree at Doane University compares to other similar quality colleges nationwide.

Underpriced	Best	$113,366 - Appalachian State University $114,066 - Doane University $116,126 - University of Evansville
	Good	$133,602 - Morehouse College
Average	Fair	$136,538 - Hood College $142,197 - California State Polytechnic University - Pomona
	Low	$145,286 - King's College $150,831 - Wilkes University
Overpriced	Poor	$179,819 - Florida Institute of Technology $182,485 - Lawrence Technological University $185,210 - The University of the Arts

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And the Grand Total Comes To: $114,066

On average, a bachelor's degree at Doane University will cost you about $114,066. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $27,892 per year and an average of 4.1 years to graduate.

	Amount
Average Yearly Cost	$27,892
Average Years to Graduate	4.1
Estimated Average Total Cost of Degree	$114,066

Many Factors Affect Net Price.

How does the location of this school affect cost? You can save money by going to a school in-state, living at home or living off-campus with a roommate. Please see the net price page for additional factors, such as your family's income, that can influence the price you will pay for college.

Is it Worth it For You? Dollar Amount Varies

The overall price of a college may vary greatly depending on your individual circumstances, thus affecting its value. Most students will not pay the full sticker price and few students fit perfectly into 'averages'. To get a sense of how value for your educational dollar might vary based on individual circumstances, look at the table below to determine your likely cost of a bachelor's degree at Doane University. Now compare this value metric for each college you are interested in.

Nationwide Value by Aid Group	Avg Total Degree Cost	Affordability Rank	Value Grade
Students Receiving no Aid	$182,204	894	B-
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$114,066	533	A
Only Students Receiving Aid	$113,377	694	B+

In-State Value by Aid Group	Avg Total Degree Cost	Affordability Rank	Value Grade
Students Receiving no Aid	$182,204	17	C-
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$114,066	15	C-
Only Students Receiving Aid	$113,377	17	D

Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of Nebraska.

What is Value?

We calculate value by calculating average total cost (net price multiplied by time to graduation) and then compare that number to other schools of similar quality ranking. If the school is priced fairly based on the educational quality it receives a fair ranking. If it is underpriced it receives a good or excellent value.

Read the full methodology article for more.

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