by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Palm Beach State College worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Palm Beach State College is ranked #570 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of C+ (above average for value). Within Florida, it ranks #34 of 132 for value.
Among the majors Palm Beach State College offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's Degree | #2 of 34 |
| Information Technology Project Management | #6 of 28 |
| Information Technology | #21 of 191 |
| Business Administration / Management | #29 of 266 |
| Interior Design Management | #29 of 266 |
| Computer & Information Sciences | #67 of 927 |
| Information Systems | #67 of 927 |
| Registered Nursing | #87 of 966 |
| Nursing | #87 of 966 |
| Health Professions | #99 of 1,275 |
Below is the detailed Palm Beach State College 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 State College is ranked #29 out of #140 in Florida for quality and #34 out of #132 for Florida value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Palm Beach State College financial aid page to be sure.
Palm Beach State College is ranked #570 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Palm Beach State College is priced appropriately for the quality of education it provides, making it a fair value according to College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Palm Beach State College costs about $12,591. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $50,365 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $16,758 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $9,182 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $12,591 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $50,365 |
*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 State College 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 State College 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 | $67,032 | — | — |
| All Students | $50,365 | #570 | C+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $36,728 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $67,032 | — | — |
| All Students | $50,365 | #34 | B+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $36,728 | — | — |
*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 State College shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $8,862 |
| $30K–$48K | $9,567 |
| $48K–$75K | $11,376 |
| $75K–$110K | $14,504 |
| Over $110K | $16,057 |
About 55% of Palm Beach State College undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $5,010 per year. Get more details on the Palm Beach State College financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Palm Beach State College 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.