by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a USJ degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how USJ measures up.
USJ is ranked #2,568 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of C (above average for value). Within Connecticut, it ranks #12 of 22 for value.
Among the majors USJ offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| General Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | #168 of 216 |
| Health Services | #168 of 216 |
| Health Sciences & Services | #210 of 263 |
| Registered Nursing | #802 of 966 |
| Nursing | #802 of 966 |
| General Psychology | #881 of 1,068 |
| Psychology | #881 of 1,068 |
| Health Professions | #1,039 of 1,275 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #1,039 of 1,275 |
Read the full USJ value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
University of Saint Joseph is ranked #13 out of #22 in Connecticut for quality and #12 out of #22 for Connecticut value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the USJ financial aid page to be sure.
University of Saint Joseph is ranked #2,568 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
University of Saint Joseph is priced appropriately for the quality of education it provides, making it a fair value according to College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at USJ costs about $29,912. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $119,650 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $60,047 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $27,989 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $29,912 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $119,650 |
*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.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the USJ net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
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 USJ 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 | $240,188 | — | — |
| All Students | $119,650 | #2,568 | C |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $111,956 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $240,188 | — | — |
| All Students | $119,650 | #12 | C- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $111,956 | — | — |
*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 USJ shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $21,080 |
| $30K–$48K | $25,118 |
| $48K–$75K | $27,448 |
| $75K–$110K | $25,346 |
| Over $110K | $30,212 |
About 94% of USJ undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $26,879 per year. Get more details on the USJ financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average USJ 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.