by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Oxy worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Oxy is ranked #3,087 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within California, it ranks #266 of 304 for value.
These Oxy majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| History | #5 of 5 |
| Psychology | #37 of 37 |
| International Relations | #106 of 115 |
| Film Studies | #106 of 114 |
| Other Research & Experimental Psychology | #107 of 109 |
| International Relations & National Security | #110 of 119 |
| Political and Social Sciences | #110 of 119 |
| Foreign Language | #126 of 128 |
| Child Development & Psychology | #156 of 160 |
| Film, Video & Photographic Arts | #184 of 205 |
Read the full Oxy value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Occidental College is ranked #51 out of #346 in California for quality and #266 out of #304 for California value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Oxy financial aid page to be sure.
Occidental College is ranked #3,087 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Occidental College 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 Oxy costs about $49,432. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $197,728 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $84,800 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $38,263 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $49,432 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $197,728 |
*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 Oxy net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
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 Oxy 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 | $339,200 | — | — |
| All Students | $197,728 | #3,087 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $153,052 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $339,200 | — | — |
| All Students | $197,728 | #266 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $153,052 | — | — |
*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 Oxy shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $18,872 |
| $30K–$48K | $18,801 |
| $48K–$75K | $17,577 |
| $75K–$110K | $28,983 |
| Over $110K | $55,885 |
About 76% of Oxy undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $35,409 per year. Get more details on the Oxy financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Oxy 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.