by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Muskingum worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Muskingum is ranked #1,895 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of A (top 15% for value). Within Ohio, it ranks #73 of 139 for value.
Among the majors Muskingum offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| General Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | #119 of 216 |
| Health Services | #119 of 216 |
| Health Sciences & Services | #148 of 263 |
| Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education & Teaching | #161 of 252 |
| Teacher Education | #161 of 252 |
| Early Childhood Education | #323 of 446 |
| Accounting / Finance | #421 of 693 |
| Accounting | #421 of 693 |
| Criminal Justice Administration | #424 of 638 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #447 of 678 |
Read the full Muskingum value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Muskingum University is ranked #55 out of #143 in Ohio for quality and #73 out of #139 for Ohio value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Muskingum financial aid page to be sure.
Muskingum University is ranked #1,895 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Compared to its peers, Muskingum University is underpriced for the quality of education it provides, earning it a great value recognition.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Muskingum costs about $21,039. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $84,156 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $44,650 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $19,532 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $21,039 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $84,156 |
*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 Muskingum net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
What Muskingum 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 Muskingum 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 | $178,600 | — | — |
| All Students | $84,156 | #1,895 | A |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $78,128 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $178,600 | — | — |
| All Students | $84,156 | #73 | D |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $78,128 | — | — |
*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 Muskingum shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $15,861 |
| $30K–$48K | $16,959 |
| $48K–$75K | $18,945 |
| $75K–$110K | $21,619 |
| Over $110K | $23,476 |
About 94% of Muskingum undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $23,180 per year. Get more details on the Muskingum 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 Muskingum net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.