Is SUNY Old Westbury worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
SUNY Old Westbury is ranked #465 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of D. Within New York, it ranks #33 of 216 for value.
Among the majors SUNY Old Westbury offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Bilingual & Multilingual Education | #2 of 4 |
| English as a Second Language | #2 of 4 |
| Multilingual Education | #2 of 4 |
| Elementary Special Education | #2 of 29 |
| Special Education | #2 of 29 |
| Public Health | #2 of 29 |
| Political Economy | #3 of 19 |
| Social Studies Education | #7 of 160 |
| Teacher Education | #7 of 160 |
| Business Information Systems | #9 of 114 |
Below is the detailed SUNY Old Westbury 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.
SUNY Old Westbury is ranked #80 out of #236 in New York for quality and #33 out of #216 for New York value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the SUNY Old Westbury financial aid page to be sure.
SUNY Old Westbury is ranked #465 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, SUNY Old Westbury 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 SUNY Old Westbury costs about $14,931. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $59,722 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $21,143 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $11,282 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $14,931 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $59,722 |
*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 SUNY Old Westbury net price and the factors that affect it.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a SUNY Old Westbury 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 | $84,572 | — | — |
| All Students | $59,722 | #465 | D |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $45,128 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $84,572 | — | — |
| All Students | $59,722 | #33 | B+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $45,128 | — | — |
*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 SUNY Old Westbury shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $5,890 |
| $30K–$48K | $8,149 |
| $48K–$75K | $13,294 |
| $75K–$110K | $14,835 |
| Over $110K | $18,451 |
About 63% of SUNY Old Westbury undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $9,273 per year. Get more details on the SUNY Old Westbury 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 SUNY Old Westbury net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.