by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Shaw University degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how Shaw University measures up.
Shaw University is ranked #795 out of 2,000 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within North Carolina, it ranks #75 of 124 for value.
These Shaw University majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Public Administration | #67 of 99 |
| Exercise Science | #215 of 547 |
| Health & Physical Education | #310 of 757 |
| Athletic Training | #310 of 757 |
| Parks, Recreation, Leisure & Fitness Studies | #322 of 783 |
| Business Administration / Management | #527 of 1,232 |
| General Business Administration and Management | #527 of 1,232 |
| Business Administration & Management | #540 of 1,251 |
| Business, Management & Marketing | #605 of 1,477 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #605 of 1,477 |
Read the full Shaw University value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Shaw University is ranked #112 out of #128 in North Carolina for quality and #75 out of #124 for North Carolina value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Shaw University financial aid page to be sure.
Shaw University is ranked #795 out of 2,000 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Shaw 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 Shaw University costs about $17,660. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $70,640 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $30,862 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $16,512 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $17,660 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $70,640 |
*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 Shaw University net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
What Shaw University costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Shaw University 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 | $123,448 | — | — |
| All Students | $70,640 | #795 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $66,048 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $123,448 | — | — |
| All Students | $70,640 | #75 | D |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $66,048 | — | — |
*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 Shaw University shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $12,125 |
| $30K–$48K | $14,508 |
| $48K–$75K | $16,310 |
| $75K–$110K | $15,059 |
| Over $110K | $24,706 |
About 92% of Shaw University undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $15,006 per year. Get more details on the Shaw University 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 Shaw University net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.