by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Ferrum College degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how Ferrum College measures up.
Ferrum College is ranked #1,286 out of 2,000 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Virginia, it ranks #26 of 45 for value.
These Ferrum College majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's Degree | #28 of 43 |
| Health Services | #208 of 218 |
| Teacher Education | #222 of 263 |
| Liberal Arts | #378 of 473 |
| Criminal Justice Administration | #498 of 638 |
Read the full Ferrum College value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Ferrum College is ranked #26 out of #45 for Virginia value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Ferrum College financial aid page to be sure.
Ferrum College is ranked #1,286 out of 2,000 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Ferrum 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 Ferrum College costs about $20,426. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $81,706 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $54,526 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $20,082 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $20,426 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $81,706 |
*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 Ferrum College net price and the factors that affect it.
What Ferrum College 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 Ferrum College 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 | $218,104 | — | — |
| All Students | $81,706 | #1,286 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $80,328 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $218,104 | — | — |
| All Students | $81,706 | #26 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $80,328 | — | — |
*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 Ferrum College shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $18,607 |
| $30K–$48K | $18,625 |
| $48K–$75K | $20,145 |
| $75K–$110K | $25,397 |
| Over $110K | $28,515 |
About 99% of Ferrum College undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $42,918 per year. Get more details on the Ferrum College 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 Ferrum College net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.