by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Norfolk State worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Norfolk State is ranked #1,271 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Virginia, it ranks #29 of 81 for value.
These Norfolk State majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Teacher Education | #22 of 66 |
| Information Systems | #83 of 240 |
| Social Work | #126 of 436 |
| Public Administration | #166 of 552 |
Read the full Norfolk State value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Norfolk State University is ranked #29 out of #81 for Virginia value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Norfolk State financial aid page to be sure.
Norfolk State University is ranked #1,271 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Norfolk State 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 Norfolk State costs about $16,308. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $65,231 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $26,678 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $15,282 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $16,308 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $65,231 |
*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 Norfolk State net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
What Norfolk State 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 Norfolk State 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 | $106,712 | — | — |
| All Students | $65,231 | #1,271 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $61,128 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $106,712 | — | — |
| All Students | $65,231 | #29 | D |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $61,128 | — | — |
*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 Norfolk State shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $11,099 |
| $30K–$48K | $12,836 |
| $48K–$75K | $13,868 |
| $75K–$110K | $14,235 |
| Over $110K | $18,020 |
About 91% of Norfolk State undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $12,969 per year. Get more details on the Norfolk State financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Norfolk State 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.