Pennsylvania State University - Schuylkill

Is Penn State Schuylkill a Good School for the Money?

Pennsylvania State University - Schuylkill Value Report

Is Penn State Schuylkill worth the money? Read College Factual's annual Penn State Schuylkill value report to determine if the school is priced fairly for the quality of education they provide.

Within Pennsylvania, Penn State Schuylkill is Ranked Below Average in Quality and is Very Overpriced.

Below Average Pennsylvania Value
Below Average Pennsylvania Quality

Pennsylvania State University - Schuylkill is ranked #94 out of #123 in Pennsylvania for quality and #77 out of #111 for Pennsylvania value.

This means it is below average in educational quality and yet priced much higher than it should be.

State Value Ranking  77 out of 111
Overpriced
Great Value
State Value Score  30.63 out of 100
Overpriced
Great Value

Find out if Penn State Schuylkill offers in-state tuition that you may qualify for.

Below Average Value Nationwide

Below Average National Value
Average National Quality

Pennsylvania State University - Schuylkill is ranked #1,246 out of 1,472 for value nationwide.

Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, we believe Pennsylvania State University - Schuylkill 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.)

National Value Ranking  1246 out of 1472
Overpriced
Great Value
National Value Score  15.35 out of 100
Overpriced
Great Value

Prices of Institutions with Similar Quality Scores

School Total Price Value Grade
Lindenwood University $105,450 B+
California State University - Stanislaus $117,892 B-
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
Fresno Pacific University $163,226 F
LIM College $200,014 F

*Total price is determined by multiplying average annual cost by time to graduate.

Bottom Line: You'll Spend an Estimated $148,641 For That Piece of Paper

The Penn State Schuylkill time to graduate is about 4.49 years and will cost an estimated $33,105 per year. This brings the total cost to 148,641.

Amount
Average Yearly Cost $33,105
Average Years to Graduate 4.49
Estimated Avg Total Cost of Degree $148,641

Many Factors Affect Net Price

There are many ways you can lower the cost of a college education. Consider taking advantage of in-state tuition, or shortening the length of your degree by taking summer classes. Learn more about Penn State Schuylkill cost for other factors that may affect net price such as the financial aid you qualify for that is largely based on your family's income.

Does This School Make Financial Sense To You?

$117,256 In-State With Aid
$176,107 Avg Cost No Aid
4.49 Years to Graduate

Net price can vary based on your unique situation.

Look at the table below to determine your likely cost of a bachelor's degree at Penn State Schuylkill.

Nationwide Value by Aid Group Avg Degree Cost Value Rank Value Grade
Students with no Aid $176,107 #899 D+
All Students $148,641 #1,246 F
Only Students Receiving Aid $145,247 #1,323 F
In-State Value by Aid Group Avg Degree Cost Value Rank Value Grade
Students with no Aid $148,116 #61 C
All Students $120,651 #77 D
Only Students Receiving Aid $117,256 #81 D

Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of Pennsylvania.

About 94% of Penn State Schuylkill students receive financial aid. Get more details on what Penn State Schuylkill financial aid you may qualify for.

How to Calculate Value

College Factual calculates value by calculating average Penn State Schuylkill cost multiplied by time to graduate, and then compares that number to other schools of a similar quality ranking. 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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