by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Palm Beach Atlantic degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how Palm Beach Atlantic measures up.
Palm Beach Atlantic is ranked #2,923 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Florida, it ranks #102 of 132 for value.
These Palm Beach Atlantic majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Theology | #27 of 27 |
| Theological & Ministerial Studies | #34 of 34 |
| Philosophy and Religious Studies | #34 of 34 |
| Business Administration / Management | #47 of 57 |
| Communications / Public Relations | #83 of 93 |
| International Business | #85 of 106 |
| International Business/Trade/Commerce | #85 of 106 |
| Theology & Religious Vocations | #94 of 94 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #142 of 185 |
| Physical Education | #254 of 264 |
Below is the detailed Palm Beach Atlantic 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.
Palm Beach Atlantic University is ranked #41 out of #140 in Florida for quality and #102 out of #132 for Florida value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Palm Beach Atlantic financial aid page to be sure.
Palm Beach Atlantic University is ranked #2,923 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Palm Beach Atlantic 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 Palm Beach Atlantic costs about $29,115. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $116,460 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $53,724 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $28,354 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $29,115 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $116,460 |
*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 Palm Beach Atlantic 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 Palm Beach Atlantic 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 | $214,896 | — | — |
| All Students | $116,460 | #2,923 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $113,416 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $214,896 | — | — |
| All Students | $116,460 | #102 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $113,416 | — | — |
*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 Palm Beach Atlantic shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $28,191 |
| $30K–$48K | $26,918 |
| $48K–$75K | $28,473 |
| $75K–$110K | $39,730 |
| Over $110K | $36,841 |
About 97% of Palm Beach Atlantic undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $23,657 per year. Get more details on the Palm Beach Atlantic financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Palm Beach Atlantic 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.