by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Piedmont College degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how Piedmont College measures up.
Piedmont College is ranked #1,981 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Georgia, it ranks #60 of 99 for value.
Among the majors Piedmont College offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education & Teaching | #165 of 252 |
| Teacher Education | #165 of 252 |
| Elementary Education | #451 of 681 |
| Criminal Justice Administration | #456 of 638 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #479 of 678 |
| Teacher Education Grade Specific | #517 of 789 |
| Education | #617 of 960 |
| Registered Nursing | #621 of 966 |
| Nursing | #621 of 966 |
| Psychology | #717 of 1,068 |
Below is the detailed Piedmont 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.
Piedmont University is ranked #22 out of #100 in Georgia for quality and #60 out of #99 for Georgia value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Piedmont College financial aid page to be sure.
Piedmont University is ranked #1,981 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Piedmont 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 Piedmont College costs about $20,862. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $83,447 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $46,870 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $20,599 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $20,862 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $83,447 |
*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 Piedmont 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 Piedmont 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 | $187,480 | — | — |
| All Students | $83,447 | #1,981 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $82,396 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $187,480 | — | — |
| All Students | $83,447 | #60 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $82,396 | — | — |
*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 Piedmont College shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $18,494 |
| $30K–$48K | $17,125 |
| $48K–$75K | $17,980 |
| $75K–$110K | $22,397 |
| Over $110K | $24,251 |
About 99% of Piedmont College undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $21,716 per year. Get more details on the Piedmont College financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Piedmont 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.