by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a TAC degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how TAC measures up.
TAC is ranked #2,381 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of C+ (above average for value). Within California, it ranks #170 of 304 for value.
Among the majors TAC offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | #285 of 345 |
| Liberal Arts General Studies | #400 of 473 |
| Liberal Arts / Sciences & Humanities | #400 of 473 |
Below is the detailed TAC 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.
Thomas Aquinas College is ranked #107 out of #346 in California for quality and #170 out of #304 for California value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the TAC financial aid page to be sure.
Thomas Aquinas College is ranked #2,381 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Thomas Aquinas College 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 TAC costs about $32,054. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $128,217 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $43,426 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $26,196 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $32,054 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $128,217 |
*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 TAC net price and the factors that affect it.
What TAC 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 TAC 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 | $173,704 | — | — |
| All Students | $128,217 | #2,381 | C+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $104,784 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $173,704 | — | — |
| All Students | $128,217 | #170 | D |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $104,784 | — | — |
*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 TAC shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $16,761 |
| $30K–$48K | $18,508 |
| $48K–$75K | $19,464 |
| $75K–$110K | $25,048 |
| Over $110K | $28,063 |
About 66% of TAC undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $17,516 per year. Get more details on the TAC 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 TAC net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.