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 #2,826 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within New Jersey, it ranks #55 of 59 for value.
Among the majors Monmouth offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Environmental Biology | #13 of 13 |
| Homeland Security / Public Safety | #47 of 50 |
| Ecology, Evolution & Systematics Biology | #82 of 91 |
| Biology | #82 of 91 |
| Visual Communications | #99 of 122 |
| General Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | #194 of 216 |
| Health Services | #194 of 216 |
| Anthropology | #211 of 232 |
| Political and Social Sciences | #212 of 235 |
| Health Sciences & Services | #237 of 263 |
Below is the detailed Monmouth 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.
Monmouth University is ranked #11 out of #65 in New Jersey for quality and #55 out of #59 for New Jersey value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Monmouth financial aid page to be sure.
Monmouth University is ranked #2,826 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Monmouth 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 Monmouth costs about $31,634. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $126,537 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $63,305 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $30,988 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $31,634 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $126,537 |
*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 Monmouth net price and the factors that affect it.
What Monmouth 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 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 | $253,220 | — | — |
| All Students | $126,537 | #2,826 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $123,952 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $253,220 | — | — |
| All Students | $126,537 | #55 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $123,952 | — | — |
*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 | $19,945 |
| $30K–$48K | $18,532 |
| $48K–$75K | $29,142 |
| $75K–$110K | $36,327 |
| Over $110K | $38,626 |
About 98% of Monmouth undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $27,929 per year. Get more details on the Monmouth financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Monmouth 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.