by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Union College worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Union College is ranked #1,965 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Nebraska, it ranks #19 of 28 for value.
These Union College majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| International Public Health/International Health | #22 of 36 |
| Public Health | #22 of 36 |
| Teacher Education | #138 of 308 |
| Registered Nursing | #605 of 966 |
| Nursing | #605 of 966 |
| Health Professions | #766 of 1,275 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #766 of 1,275 |
| Business Administration / Management | #770 of 1,232 |
| General Business Administration and Management | #770 of 1,232 |
| Business Administration & Management | #783 of 1,251 |
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 Adventist University is ranked #22 out of #30 in Nebraska for quality and #19 out of #28 for Nebraska value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Union College financial aid page to be sure.
Union Adventist University is ranked #1,965 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Union Adventist 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 $23,901. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $95,603 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $42,190 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $23,716 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $23,901 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $95,603 |
*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.
What Union College 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 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 | $168,760 | — | — |
| All Students | $95,603 | #1,965 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $94,864 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $168,760 | — | — |
| All Students | $95,603 | #19 | D- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $94,864 | — | — |
*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 | $18,778 |
| $30K–$48K | $19,177 |
| $48K–$75K | $16,306 |
| $75K–$110K | $22,595 |
| Over $110K | $25,861 |
About 99% of Union College undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $17,407 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.