by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Humboldt State University degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how Humboldt State University measures up.
Humboldt State University is ranked #1,033 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of C-. Within California, it ranks #126 of 304 for value.
Among the majors Humboldt State University offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Fishing & Fisheries Sciences & Management | #1 of 9 |
| Fisheries Sciences | #1 of 9 |
| Environment / Natural Resources | #1 of 9 |
| Forestry, General | #2 of 24 |
| Forestry | #3 of 32 |
| Botany | #4 of 13 |
| Botany/Plant Biology | #4 of 14 |
| Biology | #4 of 14 |
| Zoology/Animal Biology | #7 of 33 |
| Chemical & Physical Oceanography | #7 of 21 |
Read the full Humboldt State University value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt is ranked #97 out of #346 in California for quality and #126 out of #304 for California value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Humboldt State University financial aid page to be sure.
California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt is ranked #1,033 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt is priced appropriately for the quality of education it provides, making it a fair value according to College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Humboldt State University costs about $17,192. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $68,767 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $24,997 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $13,171 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $17,192 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $68,767 |
*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 Humboldt State University net price and the factors that affect it.
What Humboldt State University 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 Humboldt State 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 | $99,988 | — | — |
| All Students | $68,767 | #1,033 | C- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $52,684 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $99,988 | — | — |
| All Students | $68,767 | #126 | B- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $52,684 | — | — |
*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 Humboldt State University shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $8,090 |
| $30K–$48K | $9,623 |
| $48K–$75K | $13,095 |
| $75K–$110K | $17,692 |
| Over $110K | $22,695 |
About 66% of Humboldt State University undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $10,739 per year. Get more details on the Humboldt State University financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Humboldt State University 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.