by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a MSOE degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how MSOE measures up.
MSOE is ranked #2,242 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Wisconsin, it ranks #45 of 57 for value.
These MSOE majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering | #13 of 16 |
| Architectural Engineering | #21 of 23 |
| Engineering | #21 of 23 |
| Information Systems | #37 of 55 |
| Software Engineering | #53 of 79 |
| Construction Management | #55 of 64 |
| General Industrial Engineering | #75 of 89 |
| Industrial Engineering | #75 of 89 |
| Bioengineering & Biomedical Engineering | #113 of 156 |
| Biomedical Engineering | #113 of 156 |
Below is the detailed MSOE 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.
Milwaukee School of Engineering is ranked #10 out of #62 in Wisconsin for quality and #45 out of #57 for Wisconsin value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the MSOE financial aid page to be sure.
Milwaukee School of Engineering is ranked #2,242 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Milwaukee School of Engineering 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 MSOE costs about $22,453. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $89,812 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $62,666 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $22,453 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $22,453 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $89,812 |
*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 MSOE net price and the factors that affect it.
What MSOE 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 MSOE 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 | $250,664 | — | — |
| All Students | $89,812 | #2,242 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $89,812 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $250,664 | — | — |
| All Students | $89,812 | #45 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $89,812 | — | — |
*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 MSOE shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $14,869 |
| $30K–$48K | $15,403 |
| $48K–$75K | $17,233 |
| $75K–$110K | $22,123 |
| Over $110K | $31,207 |
About 100% of MSOE undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $33,602 per year. Get more details on the MSOE 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 MSOE net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.