Is Penn State Greater Allegheny a Good School for the Money?
Pennsylvania State University - Greater Allegheny Value Report
Is Penn State Greater Allegheny worth the money? Read College Factual's annual Penn State Greater Allegheny value report to determine if the school is priced fairly for the quality of education they provide.
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Within Pennsylvania, Penn State Greater Allegheny Offers Average Quality for a Good Price.
Pennsylvania State University - Greater Allegheny is ranked #57 out of #123 in Pennsylvania for quality and #30 out of #111 for Pennsylvania value.
This makes it average quality for a good price in the state.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Penn State Greater Allegheny financial aid page to be sure.
Fair Value Nationwide
Pennsylvania State University - Greater Allegheny is ranked #883 out of 1,472 for value nationwide.
Pennsylvania State University - Greater Allegheny is priced appropriately for the kind of quality education they provide and thus has earned a fair value recognition from College Factual's analysis.
Prices of Institutions with Similar Quality Scores
| School | Total Price | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois College | $84,298 | A+ |
| College of Saint Mary | $99,658 | A |
| SUNY Fredonia | $106,426 | A |
| Franklin College | $114,356 | A |
| Daemen College | $122,400 | A- |
| Dunwoody College of Technology | $126,180 | B+ |
| California State University - Chico | $133,952 | B- |
| University of St Francis | $143,165 | C- |
| Pennsylvania State University - Greater Allegheny | $144,739 | C- |
| Wilkes University | $165,103 | D- |
*Total price is determined by multiplying average annual cost by time to graduate.
Bottom Line: You'll Spend an Estimated $144,739 For That Piece of Paper
On average, a bachelor's degree from Penn State Greater Allegheny will cost you about $144,739. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $31,741 and a typical 4.56 years to graduate.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Average Yearly Cost | $31,741 |
| Average Years to Graduate | 4.56 |
| Estimated Avg Total Cost of Degree | $144,739 |
Many Factors Affect Net Price
Consider the average Penn State Greater Allegheny student takes 4.56 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 Greater Allegheny degree may cost less than average.
Does This School Make Financial Sense To You?
Most students will not pay the full sticker price and few students fit perfectly into averages.
Look at the table below to determine your likely cost of a bachelor's degree at Penn State Greater Allegheny.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with no Aid | $175,131 | #362 | B+ |
| All Students | $144,739 | #883 | C- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $140,197 | #1,044 | D |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with no Aid | $146,932 | #20 | A- |
| All Students | $116,540 | #30 | B |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $111,998 | #39 | B- |
Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of Pennsylvania.
About 93% of Penn State Greater Allegheny students receive financial aid. Get more details on what Penn State Greater Allegheny 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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