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Is Francis Marion University a Good School for the Money?

Below Average National Value
Unknown In-State Value
$128,330 Avg Total Cost

Francis Marion University Value Report

College Factual's Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Francis Marion University degree with its cost to determine if the school is asking a fair price. Read the Francis Marion University annual value report below.

Below Average Value Nationwide

Below Average National Value
Below Average National Quality
Slightly Overpriced

Francis Marion University is ranked #1,382 out of 2,223 for value nationwide.

Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, we believe Francis Marion University is overpriced for the quality education it provides. (This takes into account average financial aid and may not apply to you if you have further scholarships, grant or aid provided to you.)

National Value Ranking  1382 out of 2223
Overpriced
Great Value
National Value Score  38.33 out of 100
Overpriced
Great Value

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*Total price is determined by multiplying average annual cost by time to graduate.

That Degree May Cost You $128,330 in Total

The average Francis Marion University student's degree will cost an estimated $128,330. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $27,421 and a typical 4.68 years to graduate.

Amount
Average Yearly Cost$27,421
Average Years to Graduate4.68
Estimated Avg Total Cost of Degree$128,330

Many Factors Affect Net Price

Depending on your personal circumstances, your net price may be well below the average Francis Marion University net price, which could make this school a better value. You may quality for more financial aid, or be able to complete your degree faster than average. Get more details on Francis Marion University cost.

Does This School Make Financial Sense To You?

$82,466 In-State With Aid
$146,306 Avg Cost No Aid
4.68 Years to Graduate

Net price can vary based on your unique situation.

Look at the table below to get a sense of how Francis Marion University value for your educational dollar might vary.

Nationwide Value by Aid GroupAvg Degree CostValue RankValue Grade
Students with no Aid$146,306#0F
All Students$128,330#1,382D+
Only Students Receiving Aid$115,311#1,228C-
In-State Value by Aid GroupAvg Degree CostValue RankValue Grade
Students with no Aid$113,462#F
All Students$95,486#F
Only Students Receiving Aid$82,466#F

Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of South Carolina.

About 99% of Francis Marion University students receive financial aid. Get more details on what Francis Marion University financial aid you may qualify for.

How to Finance The Gap

How to Calculate Value

College Factual calculates value by calculating average Francis Marion University cost multiplied by time to graduate, and then compares that number to other schools of a similar quality ranking. If the school is priced fairly based on the educational quality it receives a fair ranking. If it is underpriced it receives a good or excellent value.

Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.

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