by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Pomona degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how Pomona measures up.
Pomona is ranked #775 out of 2,000 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of B- (above average for value). Within California, it ranks #51 of 148 for value.
These Pomona majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Economics | #90 of 234 |
| Computer Science / Programming | #207 of 465 |
| Political and Social Sciences | #257 of 600 |
| Social Science | #318 of 761 |
| Information Systems | #427 of 927 |
Below is the detailed Pomona 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.
Pomona College is ranked #51 out of #148 for California value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Pomona financial aid page to be sure.
Pomona College is ranked #775 out of 2,000 for value nationwide.
Pomona College is priced competitively for the quality of education it provides, earning it a good value recognition from College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Pomona costs about $45,031. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $180,123 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $85,300 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $19,285 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $45,031 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $180,123 |
*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 Pomona 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 Pomona 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 | $341,200 | — | — |
| All Students | $180,123 | #775 | B- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $77,140 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $341,200 | — | — |
| All Students | $180,123 | #51 | D- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $77,140 | — | — |
*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 Pomona shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $5,638 |
| $30K–$48K | $5,444 |
| $48K–$75K | $5,099 |
| $75K–$110K | $15,433 |
| Over $110K | $51,240 |
About 61% of Pomona undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $62,484 per year. Get more details on the Pomona financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Pomona 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.