by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Union County College worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Union County College is ranked #305 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of A- (top 20% for value). Within New Jersey, it ranks #11 of 59 for value.
Below is the detailed Union County 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.
UCNJ Union College of Union County, New Jersey is ranked #35 out of #65 in New Jersey for quality and #11 out of #59 for New Jersey value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Union County College financial aid page to be sure.
UCNJ Union College of Union County, New Jersey is ranked #305 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
UCNJ Union College of Union County, New Jersey is priced competitively for the quality of education it provides, earning it a good value recognition from College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Union County College costs about $10,363. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $41,454 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $13,658 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $8,257 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $10,363 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $41,454 |
*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 County 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 County 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 | $54,632 | — | — |
| All Students | $41,454 | #305 | A- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $33,028 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $54,632 | — | — |
| All Students | $41,454 | #11 | B |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $33,028 | — | — |
*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 County College shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $6,147 |
| $30K–$48K | $6,526 |
| $48K–$75K | $8,090 |
| $75K–$110K | $10,385 |
| Over $110K | $13,361 |
About 61% of Union County College undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $5,836 per year. Get more details on the Union County 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 Union County College net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.