by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Lee University degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how Lee University measures up.
Lee University is ranked #1,906 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of D-. Within Tennessee, it ranks #39 of 67 for value.
These Lee University majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's Degree | #2 of 8 |
| Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies | #2 of 9 |
| Theology | #3 of 27 |
| Athletic Training | #4 of 7 |
| Other Pastoral Counseling & Specialized Ministries | #4 of 15 |
| Pastoral Studies/Counseling | #4 of 20 |
| Youth Ministry | #4 of 16 |
| Other Theological & Ministerial Studies | #4 of 14 |
| Pastoral Counseling & Specialized Ministries | #5 of 27 |
| Philosophy and Religious Studies | #5 of 27 |
Below is the detailed Lee 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.
Lee University is ranked #26 out of #70 in Tennessee for quality and #39 out of #67 for Tennessee value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Lee University financial aid page to be sure.
Lee University is ranked #1,906 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Lee University 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 Lee University costs about $20,578. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $82,314 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $35,883 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $18,878 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $20,578 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $82,314 |
*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 Lee University net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
What Lee University 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 Lee 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 | $143,532 | — | — |
| All Students | $82,314 | #1,906 | D- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $75,512 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $143,532 | — | — |
| All Students | $82,314 | #39 | D |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $75,512 | — | — |
*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 Lee University shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $13,887 |
| $30K–$48K | $13,815 |
| $48K–$75K | $16,890 |
| $75K–$110K | $23,697 |
| Over $110K | $26,299 |
About 90% of Lee University undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $14,135 per year. Get more details on the Lee University 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 Lee University net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.