by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Juniata worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Juniata is ranked #2,600 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Pennsylvania, it ranks #121 of 168 for value.
These Juniata majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Special Education | #33 of 46 |
| Environment / Natural Resources | #43 of 43 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #90 of 176 |
| Environmental Science | #219 of 272 |
| Natural Resources Conservation | #288 of 371 |
| Natural Resources & Conservation | #320 of 405 |
| Biology Studies | #870 of 1,050 |
| General Biology | #873 of 1,055 |
| Biological & Biomedical Sciences | #916 of 1,108 |
| General Psychology | #926 of 1,068 |
Below is the detailed Juniata 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.
Juniata College is ranked #65 out of #181 in Pennsylvania for quality and #121 out of #168 for Pennsylvania value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Juniata financial aid page to be sure.
Juniata College is ranked #2,600 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Juniata 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 Juniata costs about $23,988. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $95,952 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $71,724 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $23,988 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $23,988 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $95,952 |
*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 Juniata net price and the factors that affect it.
What Juniata 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 Juniata 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 | $286,896 | — | — |
| All Students | $95,952 | #2,600 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $95,952 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $286,896 | — | — |
| All Students | $95,952 | #121 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $95,952 | — | — |
*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 Juniata shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $18,472 |
| $30K–$48K | $22,163 |
| $48K–$75K | $24,309 |
| $75K–$110K | $25,355 |
| Over $110K | $34,036 |
About 100% of Juniata undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $41,757 per year. Get more details on the Juniata financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Juniata 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.