by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Union College degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how Union College measures up.
Union College is ranked #2,378 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Kentucky, it ranks #45 of 50 for value.
These Union College majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Other Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | #95 of 114 |
| Nursing | #95 of 114 |
| Health Professions | #974 of 1,275 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #974 of 1,275 |
| Business Administration / Management | #986 of 1,232 |
| General Business Administration and Management | #986 of 1,232 |
| Business Administration & Management | #1,005 of 1,251 |
| Business, Management & Marketing | #1,154 of 1,477 |
Read the full Union 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.
Union Commonwealth University is ranked #34 out of #54 in Kentucky for quality and #45 out of #50 for Kentucky value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Union College financial aid page to be sure.
Union Commonwealth University is ranked #2,378 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Union Commonwealth 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 Union College costs about $22,222. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $88,888 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $44,085 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $21,311 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $22,222 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $88,888 |
*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 Union 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 Union 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 | $176,340 | — | — |
| All Students | $88,888 | #2,378 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $85,244 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $176,340 | — | — |
| All Students | $88,888 | #45 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $85,244 | — | — |
*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 Union College shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $12,372 |
| $30K–$48K | $15,306 |
| $48K–$75K | $25,500 |
| $75K–$110K | $44,375 |
| Over $110K | $44,375 |
About 96% of Union College undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $24,379 per year. Get more details on the Union College financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Union College cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.