by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a SUNY Ulster degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how SUNY Ulster measures up.
SUNY Ulster is ranked #309 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of D. Within New York, it ranks #21 of 216 for value.
Read the full SUNY Ulster value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Ulster County Community College is ranked #161 out of #236 in New York for quality and #21 out of #216 for New York value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the SUNY Ulster financial aid page to be sure.
Ulster County Community College is ranked #309 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Ulster County Community 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 SUNY Ulster costs about $8,894. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $35,578 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $14,931 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $5,035 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $8,894 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $35,578 |
*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 Ulster 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 Ulster 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 | $59,724 | — | — |
| All Students | $35,578 | #309 | D |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $20,140 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $59,724 | — | — |
| All Students | $35,578 | #21 | C |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $20,140 | — | — |
*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 Ulster shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $1,939 |
| $30K–$48K | $3,930 |
| $48K–$75K | $7,159 |
| $75K–$110K | $8,253 |
| Over $110K | $12,149 |
About 61% of SUNY Ulster undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $6,425 per year. Get more details on the SUNY Ulster 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 Ulster net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.