by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Transylvania degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how Transylvania measures up.
Transylvania is ranked #2,215 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Kentucky, it ranks #41 of 50 for value.
Among the majors Transylvania offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's Degree | #175 of 243 |
| General Business/Commerce | #175 of 243 |
| Accounting / Finance | #498 of 693 |
| Accounting | #498 of 693 |
| Biology Studies | #732 of 1,050 |
| General Biology | #734 of 1,055 |
| General Psychology | #748 of 1,068 |
| Biological & Biomedical Sciences | #767 of 1,108 |
| Psychology | #841 of 1,229 |
| Business, Management & Marketing | #1,030 of 1,477 |
Read the full Transylvania value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Transylvania University is ranked #7 out of #54 in Kentucky for quality and #41 out of #50 for Kentucky value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Transylvania financial aid page to be sure.
Transylvania University is ranked #2,215 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Transylvania 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 Transylvania costs about $22,307. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $89,229 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $61,345 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $21,913 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $22,307 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $89,229 |
*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 Transylvania net price and the factors that affect it.
What Transylvania 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 Transylvania 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 | $245,380 | — | — |
| All Students | $89,229 | #2,215 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $87,652 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $245,380 | — | — |
| All Students | $89,229 | #41 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $87,652 | — | — |
*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 Transylvania shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $17,035 |
| $30K–$48K | $17,574 |
| $48K–$75K | $21,414 |
| $75K–$110K | $23,700 |
| Over $110K | $29,681 |
About 99% of Transylvania undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $34,032 per year. Get more details on the Transylvania 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 Transylvania net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.