by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Quinnipiac degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how Quinnipiac measures up.
Quinnipiac is ranked #3,076 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Connecticut, it ranks #20 of 22 for value.
These Quinnipiac majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Accounting / Finance | #5 of 6 |
| Business Administration / Management | #7 of 7 |
| Paralegal / Legal Studies | #13 of 14 |
| Retail and Sales | #23 of 27 |
| Communications / Public Relations | #26 of 29 |
| Other Public Relations, Advertising Applied Communication | #26 of 29 |
| Marketing | #35 of 44 |
| Computer Science / Programming | #37 of 49 |
| Game & Interactive Media Design | #57 of 67 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #59 of 59 |
Below is the detailed Quinnipiac 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.
Quinnipiac University is ranked #6 out of #22 in Connecticut for quality and #20 out of #22 for Connecticut value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Quinnipiac financial aid page to be sure.
Quinnipiac University is ranked #3,076 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Quinnipiac 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 Quinnipiac costs about $41,621. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $166,483 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $72,200 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $40,675 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $41,621 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $166,483 |
*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 Quinnipiac 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 Quinnipiac 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 | $288,800 | — | — |
| All Students | $166,483 | #3,076 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $162,700 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $288,800 | — | — |
| All Students | $166,483 | #20 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $162,700 | — | — |
*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 Quinnipiac shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $31,257 |
| $30K–$48K | $34,294 |
| $48K–$75K | $34,111 |
| $75K–$110K | $39,079 |
| Over $110K | $41,944 |
About 97% of Quinnipiac undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $30,817 per year. Get more details on the Quinnipiac 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 Quinnipiac net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.