by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a UW - Eau Claire degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how UW - Eau Claire measures up.
UW - Eau Claire is ranked #1,367 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of B (above average for value). Within Wisconsin, it ranks #30 of 57 for value.
These UW - Eau Claire majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Teacher Education | #3 of 24 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #7 of 29 |
| Rehabilitation Science | #13 of 20 |
| Molecular Biology | #18 of 55 |
| Information Systems | #19 of 55 |
| Actuarial Science | #19 of 55 |
| Other Chemistry | #22 of 44 |
| Rehabilitation & Therapeutic Professions | #30 of 90 |
| International Business | #31 of 106 |
| Geographic Information Science | #32 of 60 |
Read the full UW - Eau Claire value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire is ranked #4 out of #62 in Wisconsin for quality and #30 out of #57 for Wisconsin value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the UW - Eau Claire financial aid page to be sure.
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire is ranked #1,367 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire 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 UW - Eau Claire costs about $19,120. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $76,480 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $21,690 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $16,550 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $19,120 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $76,480 |
*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 UW - Eau Claire net price and the factors that affect it.
What UW - Eau Claire 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 UW - Eau Claire 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 | $86,760 | — | — |
| All Students | $76,480 | #1,367 | B |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $66,200 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $86,760 | — | — |
| All Students | $76,480 | #30 | C |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $66,200 | — | — |
*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 UW - Eau Claire shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $9,565 |
| $30K–$48K | $10,534 |
| $48K–$75K | $13,803 |
| $75K–$110K | $18,951 |
| Over $110K | $20,469 |
About 50% of UW - Eau Claire undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $6,153 per year. Get more details on the UW - Eau Claire 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 UW - Eau Claire net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.