by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Goucher degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how Goucher measures up.
Goucher is ranked #2,267 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of A (top 10% for value). Within Maryland, it ranks #35 of 45 for value.
Among the majors Goucher offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| General Writing | #21 of 30 |
| Writing Studies | #93 of 143 |
| English | #93 of 143 |
| Speech Communication | #294 of 396 |
| Sociology | #326 of 431 |
| Communication & Media Studies | #449 of 620 |
| Communications / Public Relations | #449 of 620 |
| English Language & Literature | #455 of 645 |
| Social Sciences | #543 of 761 |
| General Psychology | #750 of 1,068 |
Read the full Goucher value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Goucher College is ranked #22 out of #47 in Maryland for quality and #35 out of #45 for Maryland value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Goucher financial aid page to be sure.
Goucher College is ranked #2,267 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Compared to its peers, Goucher College is underpriced for the quality of education it provides, earning it a great value recognition.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Goucher costs about $22,952. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $91,809 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $70,704 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $22,470 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $22,952 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $91,809 |
*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 Goucher net price and the factors that affect it.
What Goucher 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 Goucher 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 | $282,816 | — | — |
| All Students | $91,809 | #2,267 | A |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $89,880 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $282,816 | — | — |
| All Students | $91,809 | #35 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $89,880 | — | — |
*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 Goucher shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $13,998 |
| $30K–$48K | $14,176 |
| $48K–$75K | $22,034 |
| $75K–$110K | $27,178 |
| Over $110K | $35,948 |
About 99% of Goucher undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $41,258 per year. Get more details on the Goucher financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Goucher 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.