by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Mount Marty worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Mount Marty is ranked #2,231 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of B (above average for value). Within South Dakota, it ranks #17 of 18 for value.
These Mount Marty majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Teacher Education | #87 of 106 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #706 of 960 |
| Registered Nursing | #714 of 966 |
| Nursing | #714 of 966 |
| Health Professions | #922 of 1,275 |
Below is the detailed Mount Marty 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.
Mount Marty University is ranked #11 out of #19 in South Dakota for quality and #17 out of #18 for South Dakota value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Mount Marty financial aid page to be sure.
Mount Marty University is ranked #2,231 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Mount Marty University is priced competitively for the quality of education it provides, earning it a good value recognition from College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Mount Marty costs about $24,055. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $96,219 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $48,339 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $22,227 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $24,055 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $96,219 |
*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 Mount Marty net price and the factors that affect it.
What Mount Marty 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 Mount Marty 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 | $193,356 | — | — |
| All Students | $96,219 | #2,231 | B |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $88,908 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $193,356 | — | — |
| All Students | $96,219 | #17 | B+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $88,908 | — | — |
*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 Mount Marty shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $18,894 |
| $30K–$48K | $20,254 |
| $48K–$75K | $25,226 |
| $75K–$110K | $25,340 |
| Over $110K | $25,145 |
About 93% of Mount Marty undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $22,448 per year. Get more details on the Mount Marty 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 Mount Marty net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.