by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Full Sail University worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Full Sail University is ranked #3,018 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Florida, it ranks #110 of 132 for value.
These Full Sail University majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Audiovisual Communications Technologies/Technicians, Other | #3 of 3 |
| Other Rhetoric & Composition/Writing Studies | #3 of 5 |
| Other Arts, Entertainment, & Media Management | #3 of 4 |
| Other Computer Engineering Technologies/Technicians | #4 of 4 |
| Electronic / Computer Technology | #4 of 4 |
| Communications Technology/Technician | #6 of 6 |
| Communications Technology | #6 of 6 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #6 of 6 |
| Human Computer Interaction | #7 of 10 |
| Radio & Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician | #9 of 10 |
Below is the detailed Full Sail University 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.
Full Sail University is ranked #106 out of #140 in Florida for quality and #110 out of #132 for Florida value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Full Sail University financial aid page to be sure.
Full Sail University is ranked #3,018 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Full Sail University 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 Full Sail University costs about $41,770. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $167,080 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $46,699 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $38,875 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $41,770 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $167,080 |
*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 Full Sail University 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 Full Sail University 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 | $186,796 | — | — |
| All Students | $167,080 | #3,018 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $155,500 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $186,796 | — | — |
| All Students | $167,080 | #110 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $155,500 | — | — |
*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 Full Sail University shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $31,667 |
| $30K–$48K | $30,885 |
| $48K–$75K | $31,833 |
| $75K–$110K | $33,377 |
| Over $110K | $33,054 |
About 63% of Full Sail University undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $6,711 per year. Get more details on the Full Sail University 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 Full Sail University net price page for the cost detail.
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