by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Lander University degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how Lander University measures up.
Lander University is ranked #1,359 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of C. Within South Carolina, it ranks #24 of 61 for value.
These Lander University majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Public Health Education and Promotion | #39 of 92 |
| Criminology | #45 of 144 |
| Social Science | #45 of 144 |
| Humanities | #56 of 106 |
| Communication & Media Studies | #82 of 211 |
| Public Health | #114 of 272 |
| Art Studies | #139 of 292 |
| Exercise Science | #157 of 547 |
| Liberal Arts | #170 of 345 |
| English | #174 of 579 |
Below is the detailed Lander University 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.
Lander University is ranked #19 out of #62 in South Carolina for quality and #24 out of #61 for South Carolina value.
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Lander University is ranked #1,359 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Lander University 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 Lander University costs about $16,896. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $67,586 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $27,159 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $15,363 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $16,896 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $67,586 |
*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 Lander University 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 Lander 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 | $108,636 | — | — |
| All Students | $67,586 | #1,359 | C |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $61,452 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $108,636 | — | — |
| All Students | $67,586 | #24 | B+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $61,452 | — | — |
*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 Lander University shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $11,868 |
| $30K–$48K | $11,130 |
| $48K–$75K | $14,297 |
| $75K–$110K | $16,757 |
| Over $110K | $17,836 |
About 87% of Lander University undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $11,998 per year. Get more details on the Lander University financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Lander 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.