by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Monmouth worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Monmouth is ranked #1,623 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Illinois, it ranks #74 of 112 for value.
These Monmouth majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Teacher Education | #147 of 263 |
| Exercise Science | #246 of 547 |
| Health & Physical Education | #356 of 757 |
| Athletic Training | #356 of 757 |
| Parks, Recreation, Leisure & Fitness Studies | #372 of 783 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #427 of 960 |
| Psychology | #461 of 1,068 |
| Business Administration / Management | #570 of 1,232 |
| General Business Administration and Management | #570 of 1,232 |
| Business Administration & Management | #584 of 1,251 |
Read the full Monmouth value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Monmouth College is ranked #74 out of #112 for Illinois value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Monmouth financial aid page to be sure.
Monmouth College is ranked #1,623 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Monmouth 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 Monmouth costs about $17,133. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $68,532 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $57,092 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $17,133 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $17,133 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $68,532 |
*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 Monmouth net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
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 Monmouth 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 | $228,368 | — | — |
| All Students | $68,532 | #1,623 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $68,532 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $228,368 | — | — |
| All Students | $68,532 | #74 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $68,532 | — | — |
*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 Monmouth shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $12,780 |
| $30K–$48K | $14,353 |
| $48K–$75K | $15,568 |
| $75K–$110K | $18,615 |
| Over $110K | $22,788 |
About 100% of Monmouth undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $37,183 per year. Get more details on the Monmouth 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 Monmouth net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.