by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Gannon degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how Gannon measures up.
Gannon is ranked #2,148 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Pennsylvania, it ranks #81 of 168 for value.
Among the majors Gannon offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Teacher Education | #121 of 177 |
| Business Administration / Management | #195 of 266 |
| General Mechanical Engineering | #265 of 348 |
| Mechanical Engineering | #265 of 348 |
| Engineering | #265 of 348 |
| Sports Management | #330 of 492 |
| Accounting / Finance | #333 of 494 |
| Criminal Justice Studies | #337 of 425 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #358 of 481 |
| Exercise Science | #388 of 547 |
Below is the detailed Gannon 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.
Gannon University is ranked #40 out of #181 in Pennsylvania for quality and #81 out of #168 for Pennsylvania value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Gannon financial aid page to be sure.
Gannon University is ranked #2,148 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Gannon 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 Gannon costs about $25,894. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $103,574 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $52,922 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $22,553 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $25,894 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $103,574 |
*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 Gannon net price and the factors that affect it.
What Gannon 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 Gannon 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 | $211,688 | — | — |
| All Students | $103,574 | #2,148 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $90,212 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $211,688 | — | — |
| All Students | $103,574 | #81 | D |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $90,212 | — | — |
*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 Gannon shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $16,808 |
| $30K–$48K | $17,863 |
| $48K–$75K | $21,199 |
| $75K–$110K | $25,316 |
| Over $110K | $25,859 |
About 89% of Gannon undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $28,009 per year. Get more details on the Gannon 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 Gannon net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.