by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Iona degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how Iona measures up.
Iona is ranked #2,625 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of D-. Within New York, it ranks #160 of 216 for value.
These Iona majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Entrepreneurship | #75 of 110 |
| Entrepreneurial Studies | #81 of 115 |
| Business Information Systems | #99 of 114 |
| General Management Information Systems | #99 of 114 |
| Speech Pathology & Audiology | #100 of 109 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #100 of 109 |
| Management Information Systems | #107 of 121 |
| Communication & Media Studies | #175 of 211 |
| Communication Sciences | #214 of 238 |
| Criminal Justice | #245 of 280 |
Read the full Iona value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Iona University is ranked #85 out of #236 in New York for quality and #160 out of #216 for New York value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Iona financial aid page to be sure.
Iona University is ranked #2,625 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Iona 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 Iona costs about $29,504. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $118,015 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $60,758 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $29,188 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $29,504 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $118,015 |
*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 Iona net price and the factors that affect it.
What Iona 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 Iona 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 | $243,032 | — | — |
| All Students | $118,015 | #2,625 | D- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $116,752 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $243,032 | — | — |
| All Students | $118,015 | #160 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $116,752 | — | — |
*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 Iona shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $25,063 |
| $30K–$48K | $27,463 |
| $48K–$75K | $26,714 |
| $75K–$110K | $28,595 |
| Over $110K | $30,466 |
About 99% of Iona undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $28,770 per year. Get more details on the Iona financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Iona 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.