by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Triton College worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Triton College is ranked #105 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of D+. Within Illinois, it ranks #12 of 112 for value.
Read the full Triton College value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Triton College is ranked #79 out of #129 in Illinois for quality and #12 out of #112 for Illinois value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Triton College financial aid page to be sure.
Triton College is ranked #105 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Triton College 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 Triton College costs about $8,260. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $33,041 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $12,221 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $4,138 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $8,260 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $33,041 |
*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 Triton College 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 Triton College 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 | $48,884 | — | — |
| All Students | $33,041 | #105 | D+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $16,552 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $48,884 | — | — |
| All Students | $33,041 | #12 | D |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $16,552 | — | — |
*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 Triton College shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $3,459 |
| $30K–$48K | $3,791 |
| $48K–$75K | $6,009 |
| $75K–$110K | $8,303 |
| Over $110K | $9,231 |
About 49% of Triton College undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $5,669 per year. Get more details on the Triton College 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 Triton College net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.