by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Skidmore worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Skidmore is ranked #2,951 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within New York, it ranks #187 of 216 for value.
Among the majors Skidmore offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Music History | #43 of 49 |
| Other Fine Arts & Art Studies | #46 of 56 |
| Exercise Physiology | #86 of 93 |
| International Relations | #97 of 115 |
| Physiology & Pathology Sciences | #101 of 110 |
| Biology | #101 of 110 |
| International Relations & National Security | #101 of 119 |
| Political and Social Sciences | #101 of 119 |
| Neurosciences | #148 of 174 |
| Neurobiology & Neurosciences | #153 of 179 |
Read the full Skidmore value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Skidmore College is ranked #22 out of #236 in New York for quality and #187 out of #216 for New York value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Skidmore financial aid page to be sure.
Skidmore College is ranked #2,951 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Skidmore College 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 Skidmore costs about $55,075. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $220,302 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $85,270 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $32,297 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $55,075 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $220,302 |
*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 Skidmore net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
What Skidmore 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 Skidmore 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 | $341,080 | — | — |
| All Students | $220,302 | #2,951 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $129,188 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $341,080 | — | — |
| All Students | $220,302 | #187 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $129,188 | — | — |
*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 Skidmore shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $20,906 |
| $30K–$48K | $15,994 |
| $48K–$75K | $17,308 |
| $75K–$110K | $25,470 |
| Over $110K | $46,513 |
About 57% of Skidmore undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $52,323 per year. Get more details on the Skidmore 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 Skidmore net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.