by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a SRU degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how SRU measures up.
SRU is ranked #1,726 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of B (above average for value). Within Pennsylvania, it ranks #43 of 168 for value.
These SRU majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Music Therapy | #11 of 25 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #11 of 25 |
| Homeland Security | #13 of 22 |
| Occupational Safety & Health Technology/Technician | #15 of 17 |
| Industrial Technology | #15 of 17 |
| Quality Control Technology | #17 of 20 |
| Therapeutic Recreation/Recreational Therapy | #19 of 25 |
| Acting | #31 of 85 |
| Parks, Recreation & Leisure Facilities Management | #39 of 49 |
| Recreation Administration | #39 of 50 |
Below is the detailed SRU 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.
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania is ranked #50 out of #181 in Pennsylvania for quality and #43 out of #168 for Pennsylvania value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the SRU financial aid page to be sure.
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania is ranked #1,726 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania is priced competitively for the quality of education it provides, earning it a good value recognition from College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at SRU costs about $21,254. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $85,015 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $25,486 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $19,608 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $21,254 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $85,015 |
*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 SRU net price and the factors that affect it.
What SRU 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 SRU 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 | $101,944 | — | — |
| All Students | $85,015 | #1,726 | B |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $78,432 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $101,944 | — | — |
| All Students | $85,015 | #43 | A+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $78,432 | — | — |
*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 SRU shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $12,762 |
| $30K–$48K | $13,805 |
| $48K–$75K | $18,007 |
| $75K–$110K | $22,001 |
| Over $110K | $23,422 |
About 72% of SRU undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $7,184 per year. Get more details on the SRU 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 SRU net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.