by our College Data Analytics TeamIs K College worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
K College is ranked #1,655 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Michigan, it ranks #51 of 77 for value.
Among the majors K College offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Other Social Sciences | #14 of 27 |
| Political and Social Sciences | #14 of 27 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #111 of 243 |
| General Business/Commerce | #111 of 243 |
| Biochemistry | #125 of 237 |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology | #135 of 273 |
| Economics | #170 of 304 |
| General Economics | #170 of 304 |
| General Chemistry | #221 of 345 |
| Chemistry | #223 of 348 |
Read the full K College value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Kalamazoo College is ranked #14 out of #80 in Michigan for quality and #51 out of #77 for Michigan value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the K College financial aid page to be sure.
Kalamazoo College is ranked #1,655 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Kalamazoo 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 K College costs about $19,072. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $76,288 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $74,208 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $19,072 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $19,072 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $76,288 |
*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.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the K College net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
What K College 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 K College 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 | $296,832 | — | — |
| All Students | $76,288 | #1,655 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $76,288 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $296,832 | — | — |
| All Students | $76,288 | #51 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $76,288 | — | — |
*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 K College shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $14,732 |
| $30K–$48K | $12,833 |
| $48K–$75K | $17,500 |
| $75K–$110K | $22,143 |
| Over $110K | $29,188 |
About 100% of K College undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $46,905 per year. Get more details on the K College financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the K College net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.