by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a National University degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how National University measures up.
National University is ranked #2,806 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of A- (top 20% for value). Within California, it ranks #228 of 304 for value.
These National University majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Pre-Law | #7 of 9 |
| Communications / Public Relations | #8 of 10 |
| Business/Corporate Communications | #8 of 10 |
| Other Psychology | #8 of 9 |
| Psychology | #8 of 9 |
| Business Administration / Management | #12 of 138 |
| Engineering | #16 of 17 |
| Homeland Security | #20 of 22 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #25 of 32 |
| Information Technology Project Management | #27 of 28 |
Below is the detailed National University 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.
National University is ranked #73 out of #346 in California for quality and #228 out of #304 for California value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the National University financial aid page to be sure.
National University is ranked #2,806 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
National 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 National University costs about $29,060. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $116,242 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $35,243 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $22,878 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $29,060 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $116,242 |
*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 National University net price and the factors that affect it.
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 National University 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 | $140,972 | — | — |
| All Students | $116,242 | #2,806 | A- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $91,512 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $140,972 | — | — |
| All Students | $116,242 | #228 | D- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $91,512 | — | — |
*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 National University shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $30,678 |
| Over $110K | $32,956 |
About 50% of National University undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $3,990 per year. Get more details on the National University financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average National University 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.