by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Lane College worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Lane College is ranked #1,679 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of D+. Within Tennessee, it ranks #32 of 67 for value.
Among the majors Lane College offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Criminal Justice Studies | #224 of 425 |
| Sociology | #253 of 431 |
| Political and Social Sciences | #254 of 432 |
| Criminal Justice & Corrections | #318 of 638 |
| Criminal Justice Administration | #318 of 638 |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement & Firefighting | #337 of 678 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #337 of 678 |
| Social Sciences | #384 of 761 |
| Biology Studies | #477 of 1,050 |
| General Biology | #481 of 1,055 |
Read the full Lane 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.
Lane College is ranked #55 out of #70 in Tennessee for quality and #32 out of #67 for Tennessee value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Lane College financial aid page to be sure.
Lane College is ranked #1,679 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Lane 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 Lane College costs about $11,659. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $46,637 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $23,492 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $10,904 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $11,659 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $46,637 |
*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 Lane College net price and the factors that affect it.
What Lane 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 Lane 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 | $93,968 | — | — |
| All Students | $46,637 | #1,679 | D+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $43,616 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $93,968 | — | — |
| All Students | $46,637 | #32 | D- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $43,616 | — | — |
*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 Lane College shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $14,494 |
About 94% of Lane College undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $11,608 per year. Get more details on the Lane 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 Lane College net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.