by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Eckerd degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how Eckerd measures up.
Eckerd is ranked #2,934 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Florida, it ranks #104 of 132 for value.
Among the majors Eckerd offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Animal Behavior & Ethology | #5 of 7 |
| Developmental & Child Psychology | #24 of 25 |
| Psychology | #24 of 25 |
| Marine Biology | #43 of 48 |
| Zoology | #50 of 52 |
| Biology | #50 of 52 |
| Ecology, Evolution & Systematics Biology | #84 of 91 |
| Child Development & Psychology | #143 of 160 |
| Environmental Studies | #214 of 249 |
| Anthropology | #218 of 232 |
Read the full Eckerd value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Eckerd College is ranked #47 out of #140 in Florida for quality and #104 out of #132 for Florida value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Eckerd financial aid page to be sure.
Eckerd College is ranked #2,934 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Eckerd College is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Eckerd costs about $38,684. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $154,734 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $68,697 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $38,071 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $38,684 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $154,734 |
*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 Eckerd 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 Eckerd 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 | $274,788 | — | — |
| All Students | $154,734 | #2,934 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $152,284 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $274,788 | — | — |
| All Students | $154,734 | #104 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $152,284 | — | — |
*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 Eckerd shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $26,746 |
| $30K–$48K | $28,782 |
| $48K–$75K | $30,034 |
| $75K–$110K | $32,127 |
| Over $110K | $37,419 |
About 98% of Eckerd undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $28,120 per year. Get more details on the Eckerd financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Eckerd cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.