by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Eastern Michigan worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Eastern Michigan is ranked #1,560 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of C-. Within Michigan, it ranks #47 of 77 for value.
Among the majors Eastern Michigan offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Education/Teaching of Individuals with Mental Retardation | #4 of 7 |
| Special Education | #4 of 7 |
| Music Therapy | #7 of 25 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #7 of 25 |
| Education/Teaching of Individuals with Emotional Disturbances | #8 of 15 |
| Other Engineering Technologies & Engineering-Related Fields | #9 of 13 |
| Engineering | #9 of 13 |
| Engineering Technology (Other) | #9 of 13 |
| Accounting / Finance | #13 of 28 |
| Other Accounting and Related Services | #13 of 28 |
Read the full Eastern Michigan value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Eastern Michigan University is ranked #35 out of #80 in Michigan for quality and #47 out of #77 for Michigan value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Eastern Michigan financial aid page to be sure.
Eastern Michigan University is ranked #1,560 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Eastern Michigan University is priced appropriately for the quality of education it provides, making it a fair value according to College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Eastern Michigan costs about $19,381. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $77,526 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $29,112 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $15,407 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $19,381 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $77,526 |
*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.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the Eastern Michigan net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
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 Eastern Michigan 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 | $116,448 | — | — |
| All Students | $77,526 | #1,560 | C- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $61,628 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $116,448 | — | — |
| All Students | $77,526 | #47 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $61,628 | — | — |
*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 Eastern Michigan shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $14,925 |
| $30K–$48K | $14,959 |
| $48K–$75K | $16,268 |
| $75K–$110K | $20,089 |
| Over $110K | $22,274 |
About 71% of Eastern Michigan undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $10,364 per year. Get more details on the Eastern Michigan 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 Eastern Michigan net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.