Is Penn State Brandywine a Good School for the Money?
Pennsylvania State University - Brandywine Value Report
Is a Penn State Brandywine degree worth it? Only you know for sure, but College Factual's value analysis can help answer that question. Keep reading for more.
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Within Pennsylvania, Penn State Brandywine is Ranked Below Average in Quality and is Very Overpriced.
Pennsylvania State University - Brandywine is ranked #93 out of #123 in Pennsylvania for quality and #82 out of #111 for Pennsylvania value.
This means it is below average in educational quality and yet priced much higher than it should be.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Penn State Brandywine financial aid page to be sure.
Below Average Value Nationwide
Pennsylvania State University - Brandywine is ranked #1,303 out of 1,472 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, we believe Pennsylvania State University - Brandywine is overpriced for the quality education it provides. (This takes into account average financial aid and may not apply to you if you have further scholarships, grant or aid provided to you.)
Prices of Institutions with Similar Quality Scores
| School | Total Price | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Converse College | $101,716 | A- |
| Lindenwood University | $105,450 | B+ |
| Concordia University, Nebraska | $126,934 | C- |
| Lenoir - Rhyne University | $135,176 | D |
| Carlow University | $144,539 | F |
| Pennsylvania State University - Schuylkill | $148,641 | F |
| University of Colorado at Colorado Springs | $154,923 | F |
| Pennsylvania State University - Brandywine | $155,180 | F |
| LIM College | $200,014 | F |
*Total price is determined by multiplying average annual cost by time to graduate.
That Degree May Cost You $155,180 in Total
The Penn State Brandywine time to graduate is about 4.51 years and will cost an estimated $34,408 per year. This brings the total cost to 155,180.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Average Yearly Cost | $34,408 |
| Average Years to Graduate | 4.51 |
| Estimated Avg Total Cost of Degree | $155,180 |
Many Factors Affect Net Price
Consider the average Penn State Brandywine student takes 4.51 years to complete their degree. If you can complete your degree faster than that you will save money. This is just one way your Penn State Brandywine degree may cost less than average.
Does This School Make Financial Sense To You?
The overall price of a college can vary depending on your individual circumstances.
Look at the table below to get a sense of how Penn State Brandywine value for your educational dollar might vary.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with no Aid | $177,211 | #920 | D+ |
| All Students | $155,180 | #1,303 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $149,669 | #1,348 | F |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with no Aid | $148,776 | #63 | C- |
| All Students | $126,740 | #82 | D |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $121,233 | #85 | D- |
Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of Pennsylvania.
About 87% of Penn State Brandywine students receive financial aid. Get more details on what Penn State Brandywine financial aid you may qualify for.
How to Calculate Value
College Factual calculates average total cost by multiplying net price by time to graduation. We then compare the average total cost to other schools of a similar quality to determine value. If the school is priced fairly based on the educational quality it receives a fair ranking. If it is underpriced it receives a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.
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College Factual's Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.
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