by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Ithaca degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how Ithaca measures up.
Ithaca is ranked #2,904 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within New York, it ranks #184 of 216 for value.
Among the majors Ithaca offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Brass Instruments | #11 of 16 |
| Documentary Production | #12 of 18 |
| Woodwind Instruments | #12 of 17 |
| Economics | #14 of 15 |
| Other Film/Video & Photographic Arts | #17 of 23 |
| Psychology | #21 of 23 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #25 of 25 |
| Communications / Public Relations | #32 of 40 |
| Sports Communication | #32 of 40 |
| General Organizational Communication | #33 of 39 |
Read the full Ithaca value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Ithaca College is ranked #38 out of #236 in New York for quality and #184 out of #216 for New York value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Ithaca financial aid page to be sure.
Ithaca College is ranked #2,904 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Ithaca College 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 Ithaca costs about $34,622. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $138,486 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $68,703 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $33,926 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $34,622 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $138,486 |
*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 Ithaca net price and the factors that affect it.
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 Ithaca 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 | $274,812 | — | — |
| All Students | $138,486 | #2,904 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $135,704 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $274,812 | — | — |
| All Students | $138,486 | #184 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $135,704 | — | — |
*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 Ithaca shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $22,208 |
| $30K–$48K | $23,940 |
| $48K–$75K | $29,170 |
| $75K–$110K | $31,953 |
| Over $110K | $37,581 |
About 98% of Ithaca undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $31,029 per year. Get more details on the Ithaca financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Ithaca 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.