by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Linfield degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how Linfield measures up.
Linfield is ranked #2,541 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Oregon, it ranks #28 of 37 for value.
These Linfield majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Teacher Education | #54 of 59 |
| Biology | #200 of 273 |
| Secondary Education | #352 of 404 |
| Accounting / Finance | #400 of 494 |
| Finance | #400 of 494 |
| Finance & Financial Management | #405 of 501 |
| Sports Management | #423 of 492 |
| Exercise Science | #475 of 547 |
| Accounting | #583 of 693 |
| Elementary Education | #607 of 681 |
Read the full Linfield value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Linfield University is ranked #6 out of #42 in Oregon for quality and #28 out of #37 for Oregon value.
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Linfield University is ranked #2,541 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Linfield 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 Linfield costs about $27,723. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $110,891 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $66,092 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $26,536 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $27,723 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $110,891 |
*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 Linfield 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 Linfield 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 | $264,368 | — | — |
| All Students | $110,891 | #2,541 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $106,144 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $264,368 | — | — |
| All Students | $110,891 | #28 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $106,144 | — | — |
*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 Linfield shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $24,625 |
| $30K–$48K | $23,985 |
| $48K–$75K | $21,378 |
| $75K–$110K | $28,268 |
| Over $110K | $32,957 |
About 97% of Linfield undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $31,493 per year. Get more details on the Linfield financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Linfield 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.