by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Messiah degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how Messiah measures up.
Messiah is ranked #2,565 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Pennsylvania, it ranks #117 of 168 for value.
Among the majors Messiah offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Teacher Education | #14 of 22 |
| Family & Community Services | #30 of 32 |
| Family & Consumer Sciences/Home Economics Teacher Education | #45 of 47 |
| Communications / Public Relations | #53 of 79 |
| Spanish Education | #114 of 124 |
| Art History | #117 of 190 |
| Social Studies Education | #143 of 160 |
| Human Development & Family Studies | #155 of 169 |
| Child Development | #155 of 169 |
| General Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | #167 of 216 |
Read the full Messiah value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Messiah University is ranked #29 out of #181 in Pennsylvania for quality and #117 out of #168 for Pennsylvania value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Messiah financial aid page to be sure.
Messiah University is ranked #2,565 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Messiah 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 Messiah costs about $27,386. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $109,546 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $55,984 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $26,502 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $27,386 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $109,546 |
*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 Messiah 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 Messiah 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 | $223,936 | — | — |
| All Students | $109,546 | #2,565 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $106,008 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $223,936 | — | — |
| All Students | $109,546 | #117 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $106,008 | — | — |
*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 Messiah shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $23,234 |
| $30K–$48K | $23,515 |
| $48K–$75K | $22,689 |
| $75K–$110K | $27,326 |
| Over $110K | $31,609 |
About 97% of Messiah undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $24,893 per year. Get more details on the Messiah 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 Messiah net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.