by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Marshall University degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how Marshall University measures up.
Marshall University is ranked #585 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of D-. Within West Virginia, it ranks #7 of 36 for value.
These Marshall University majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Business Administration / Management | #2 of 26 |
| Business Management & Marketing | #2 of 26 |
| Other Business, Management & Marketing | #2 of 26 |
| Other Health/Medical Preparatory Programs | #2 of 43 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #2 of 43 |
| Health/Medical Prep Programs | #2 of 73 |
| Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist | #3 of 69 |
| Athletic Training | #4 of 89 |
| Kindergarten/Preschool Education & Teaching | #5 of 66 |
| Teacher Education | #5 of 66 |
Below is the detailed Marshall 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.
Marshall University is ranked #5 out of #36 in West Virginia for quality and #7 out of #36 for West Virginia value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Marshall University financial aid page to be sure.
Marshall University is ranked #585 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Marshall 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 Marshall University costs about $9,890. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $39,559 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $21,548 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $7,502 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $9,890 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $39,559 |
*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 Marshall University net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
What Marshall 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 Marshall 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 | $86,192 | — | — |
| All Students | $39,559 | #585 | D- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $30,008 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $86,192 | — | — |
| All Students | $39,559 | #7 | D+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $30,008 | — | — |
*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 Marshall University shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $4,820 |
| $30K–$48K | $5,572 |
| $48K–$75K | $7,970 |
| $75K–$110K | $12,243 |
| Over $110K | $15,496 |
About 83% of Marshall University undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $10,813 per year. Get more details on the Marshall University financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Marshall 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.