by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Dordt degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how Dordt measures up.
Dordt is ranked #2,393 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of A- (top 20% for value). Within Iowa, it ranks #46 of 48 for value.
Among the majors Dordt offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Teacher Education | #140 of 177 |
| Engineering | #195 of 247 |
| Secondary Education | #330 of 404 |
| Accounting / Finance | #371 of 494 |
| Finance | #371 of 494 |
| Finance & Financial Management | #376 of 501 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #378 of 481 |
| Marketing | #406 of 534 |
| Marketing/Marketing Management, General | #406 of 534 |
| Elementary Education | #581 of 681 |
Below is the detailed Dordt value breakdown: state and national value rankings, the real cost of a degree, and how the price stacks up against the aid most students receive.
Dordt University is ranked #12 out of #51 in Iowa for quality and #46 out of #48 for Iowa value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Dordt financial aid page to be sure.
Dordt University is ranked #2,393 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Dordt University is priced competitively for the quality of education it provides, earning it a good value recognition from College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Dordt costs about $25,807. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $103,228 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $51,763 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $25,807 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $25,807 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $103,228 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about Dordt net price and the factors that affect it.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Dordt degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $207,052 | — | — |
| All Students | $103,228 | #2,393 | A- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $103,228 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $207,052 | — | — |
| All Students | $103,228 | #46 | C+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $103,228 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Dordt shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $20,966 |
| $30K–$48K | $20,971 |
| $48K–$75K | $23,110 |
| $75K–$110K | $26,192 |
| Over $110K | $31,607 |
About 100% of Dordt undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $21,673 per year. Get more details on the Dordt financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the Dordt net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.