by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Salisbury degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how Salisbury measures up.
Salisbury is ranked #1,299 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of C-. Within Maryland, it ranks #20 of 45 for value.
Among the majors Salisbury offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Peace Studies & Conflict Resolution | #3 of 9 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #3 of 9 |
| International Business | #25 of 106 |
| Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist | #34 of 69 |
| Public Health Education and Promotion | #45 of 92 |
| Public Health | #45 of 92 |
| Geography | #45 of 83 |
| General Information Science | #48 of 124 |
| Information Systems | #48 of 124 |
| Information Science | #48 of 124 |
Below is the detailed Salisbury 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.
Salisbury University is ranked #7 out of #47 in Maryland for quality and #20 out of #45 for Maryland value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Salisbury financial aid page to be sure.
Salisbury University is ranked #1,299 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Salisbury University 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 Salisbury costs about $20,041. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $80,164 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $28,188 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $17,743 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $20,041 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $80,164 |
*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 Salisbury 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 Salisbury 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 | $112,752 | — | — |
| All Students | $80,164 | #1,299 | C- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $70,972 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $112,752 | — | — |
| All Students | $80,164 | #20 | C |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $70,972 | — | — |
*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 Salisbury shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $7,351 |
| $30K–$48K | $12,779 |
| $48K–$75K | $14,904 |
| $75K–$110K | $20,344 |
| Over $110K | $23,689 |
About 78% of Salisbury undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $8,515 per year. Get more details on the Salisbury financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Salisbury 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.