by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Faulkner worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Faulkner is ranked #2,067 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of C (above average for value). Within Alabama, it ranks #43 of 51 for value.
These Faulkner majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's Degree | #2 of 2 |
| Psychology | #6 of 8 |
| Clinical Psychology | #8 of 14 |
| Clinical, Counseling & Applied Psychology | #47 of 79 |
| Human Resources | #102 of 138 |
| General Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration | #102 of 138 |
| Human Resource Management | #124 of 168 |
| General Business/Commerce | #153 of 243 |
| Sports Management | #299 of 492 |
| Criminal Justice Studies | #317 of 425 |
Below is the detailed Faulkner 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.
Faulkner University is ranked #24 out of #56 in Alabama for quality and #43 out of #51 for Alabama value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Faulkner financial aid page to be sure.
Faulkner University is ranked #2,067 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Faulkner 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 Faulkner costs about $28,488. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $113,952 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $37,702 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $22,085 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $28,488 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $113,952 |
*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 Faulkner net price and the factors that affect it.
What Faulkner costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Faulkner 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 | $150,808 | — | — |
| All Students | $113,952 | #2,067 | C |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $88,340 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $150,808 | — | — |
| All Students | $113,952 | #43 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $88,340 | — | — |
*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 Faulkner shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $21,012 |
| $30K–$48K | $16,987 |
| $48K–$75K | $27,967 |
| $75K–$110K | $31,335 |
| Over $110K | $31,706 |
About 59% of Faulkner undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $25,001 per year. Get more details on the Faulkner financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Faulkner 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.