by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a St. Andrews degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how St. Andrews measures up.
St. Andrews is ranked #3,113 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within North Carolina, it ranks #122 of 124 for value.
Among the majors St. Andrews offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Physical Education | #261 of 264 |
| Sports Management | #487 of 492 |
| Health & Physical Education | #750 of 757 |
| Athletic Training | #750 of 757 |
| Parks, Recreation, Leisure & Fitness Studies | #776 of 783 |
| Business Administration / Management | #1,208 of 1,232 |
| General Business Administration and Management | #1,208 of 1,232 |
| Business Administration & Management | #1,226 of 1,251 |
| Business, Management & Marketing | #1,444 of 1,477 |
Below is the detailed St. Andrews 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.
St. Andrews University is ranked #125 out of #128 in North Carolina for quality and #122 out of #124 for North Carolina value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the St. Andrews financial aid page to be sure.
St. Andrews University is ranked #3,113 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, St. Andrews 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 St. Andrews costs about $34,330. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $137,319 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $50,681 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $32,513 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $34,330 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $137,319 |
*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 St. Andrews net price and the factors that affect it.
What St. Andrews 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 St. Andrews 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 | $202,724 | — | — |
| All Students | $137,319 | #3,113 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $130,052 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $202,724 | — | — |
| All Students | $137,319 | #122 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $130,052 | — | — |
*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 St. Andrews shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $35,861 |
| $30K–$48K | $28,615 |
| $48K–$75K | $31,578 |
| $75K–$110K | $34,947 |
| Over $110K | $34,745 |
About 90% of St. Andrews undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $17,425 per year. Get more details on the St. Andrews 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 St. Andrews net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.