by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Stetson worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Stetson is ranked #1,973 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of D. Within Florida, it ranks #48 of 132 for value.
Among the majors Stetson offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Keyboard Instruments | #28 of 63 |
| Voice Performance | #29 of 66 |
| Biology | #36 of 47 |
| Digital Arts | #40 of 60 |
| Other Music | #42 of 78 |
| Human Resources | #55 of 55 |
| International Business | #59 of 106 |
| International Business/Trade/Commerce | #59 of 106 |
| Music Theory & Composition | #69 of 130 |
| General Visual & Performing Arts | #70 of 98 |
Read the full Stetson value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Stetson University is ranked #20 out of #140 in Florida for quality and #48 out of #132 for Florida value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Stetson financial aid page to be sure.
Stetson University is ranked #1,973 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Stetson 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 Stetson costs about $19,905. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $79,620 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $72,679 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $19,372 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $19,905 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $79,620 |
*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 Stetson net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
What Stetson 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 Stetson 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 | $290,716 | — | — |
| All Students | $79,620 | #1,973 | D |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $77,488 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $290,716 | — | — |
| All Students | $79,620 | #48 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $77,488 | — | — |
*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 Stetson shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $17,596 |
| $30K–$48K | $15,801 |
| $48K–$75K | $19,475 |
| $75K–$110K | $24,138 |
| Over $110K | $32,728 |
About 99% of Stetson undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $46,863 per year. Get more details on the Stetson financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Stetson cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.