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 #2,993 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within New York, it ranks #191 of 216 for value.
Among the majors Union College offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Biology | #21 of 21 |
| Other Research & Experimental Psychology | #101 of 109 |
| Bioengineering & Biomedical Engineering | #145 of 156 |
| Biomedical Engineering | #145 of 156 |
| Engineering | #145 of 156 |
| Child Development & Psychology | #149 of 160 |
| Neurosciences | #154 of 174 |
| Neurobiology & Neurosciences | #159 of 179 |
| Econometrics & Quantitative Economics | #207 of 234 |
| Economics | #270 of 304 |
Below is the detailed Union College value breakdown: state and national value rankings, the real cost of a degree, and how the price stacks up against the aid most students receive.
Union College is ranked #29 out of #236 in New York for quality and #191 out of #216 for New York value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Union College financial aid page to be sure.
Union College is ranked #2,993 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Union 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 Union College costs about $38,069. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $152,275 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $84,671 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $34,561 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $38,069 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $152,275 |
*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 | $338,684 | — | — |
| All Students | $152,275 | #2,993 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $138,244 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $338,684 | — | — |
| All Students | $152,275 | #191 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $138,244 | — | — |
*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 | $15,257 |
| $30K–$48K | $15,506 |
| $48K–$75K | $21,768 |
| $75K–$110K | $28,376 |
| Over $110K | $48,517 |
About 93% of Union College undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $40,693 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.