by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Lycoming worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Lycoming is ranked #1,728 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of D. Within Pennsylvania, it ranks #42 of 168 for value.
Among the majors Lycoming offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Communications / Public Relations | #5 of 10 |
| E-Commerce | #20 of 34 |
| Criminology | #71 of 144 |
| Social Science | #71 of 144 |
| Social Sciences | #404 of 761 |
| General Psychology | #484 of 1,068 |
| Psychology | #484 of 1,068 |
| Biology Studies | #519 of 1,050 |
| General Biology | #522 of 1,055 |
| Biology | #522 of 1,055 |
Below is the detailed Lycoming 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.
Lycoming College is ranked #63 out of #181 in Pennsylvania for quality and #42 out of #168 for Pennsylvania value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Lycoming financial aid page to be sure.
Lycoming College is ranked #1,728 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Lycoming 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 Lycoming costs about $19,140. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $76,560 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $63,962 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $19,140 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $19,140 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $76,560 |
*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 Lycoming 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 Lycoming 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 | $255,848 | — | — |
| All Students | $76,560 | #1,728 | D |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $76,560 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $255,848 | — | — |
| All Students | $76,560 | #42 | D |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $76,560 | — | — |
*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 Lycoming shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $10,756 |
| $30K–$48K | $15,044 |
| $48K–$75K | $16,467 |
| $75K–$110K | $20,561 |
| Over $110K | $26,790 |
About 100% of Lycoming undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $41,704 per year. Get more details on the Lycoming 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 Lycoming net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.