by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a PPCC degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how PPCC measures up.
PPCC is ranked #868 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of D+. Within Colorado, it ranks #7 of 49 for value.
These PPCC majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Crisis/Emergency/Disaster Management | #9 of 36 |
| Homeland Security | #10 of 50 |
| Registered Nursing | #159 of 966 |
| Nursing | #159 of 966 |
| Health Professions | #241 of 1,275 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #241 of 1,275 |
Below is the detailed PPCC 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.
Pikes Peak State College is ranked #31 out of #53 in Colorado for quality and #7 out of #49 for Colorado value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the PPCC financial aid page to be sure.
Pikes Peak State College is ranked #868 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Pikes Peak State College 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 PPCC costs about $12,692. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $50,770 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $18,621 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $6,007 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $12,692 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $50,770 |
*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 PPCC 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 PPCC 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 | $74,484 | — | — |
| All Students | $50,770 | #868 | D+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $24,028 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $74,484 | — | — |
| All Students | $50,770 | #7 | B+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $24,028 | — | — |
*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 PPCC shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $7,824 |
| $30K–$48K | $8,962 |
| $48K–$75K | $10,947 |
| $75K–$110K | $14,446 |
| Over $110K | $18,345 |
About 47% of PPCC undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $11,901 per year. Get more details on the PPCC financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the PPCC net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.