by our College Data Analytics TeamIs South University, Montgomery worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
South University, Montgomery is ranked #2,533 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of C. Within Alabama, it ranks #48 of 51 for value.
Among the majors South University, Montgomery offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Paralegal / Legal Studies | #28 of 44 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #45 of 98 |
| Registered Nursing | #783 of 966 |
| Nursing | #783 of 966 |
Below is the detailed South University, Montgomery 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.
South University-Montgomery is ranked #48 out of #51 for Alabama value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the South University, Montgomery financial aid page to be sure.
South University-Montgomery is ranked #2,533 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
South University-Montgomery 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 South University, Montgomery costs about $28,575. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $114,302 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $34,793 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $27,807 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $28,575 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $114,302 |
*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.
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 South University, Montgomery net price and the factors that affect it.
What South University, Montgomery 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 South University, Montgomery 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 | $139,172 | — | — |
| All Students | $114,302 | #2,533 | C |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $111,228 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $139,172 | — | — |
| All Students | $114,302 | #48 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $111,228 | — | — |
*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 South University, Montgomery shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $24,907 |
| $30K–$48K | $26,532 |
About 89% of South University, Montgomery undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $6,316 per year. Get more details on the South University, Montgomery 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 South University, Montgomery net price page for the cost detail.
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