by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Ursinus degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how Ursinus measures up.
Ursinus is ranked #2,775 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Pennsylvania, it ranks #147 of 168 for value.
Among the majors Ursinus offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Economics | #29 of 32 |
| Applied Economics | #29 of 32 |
| Exercise Physiology | #82 of 93 |
| Physiology & Pathology Sciences | #96 of 110 |
| Biology | #96 of 110 |
| Neurosciences | #131 of 174 |
| Neurobiology & Neurosciences | #135 of 179 |
| Communication & Media Studies | #185 of 211 |
| Biochemistry | #190 of 237 |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics & Molecular Biology | #221 of 273 |
Below is the detailed Ursinus 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.
Ursinus College is ranked #47 out of #181 in Pennsylvania for quality and #147 out of #168 for Pennsylvania value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Ursinus financial aid page to be sure.
Ursinus College is ranked #2,775 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Ursinus 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 Ursinus costs about $30,536. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $122,144 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $76,912 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $30,536 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $30,536 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $122,144 |
*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 Ursinus net price and the factors that affect it.
What Ursinus 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 Ursinus 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 | $307,648 | — | — |
| All Students | $122,144 | #2,775 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $122,144 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $307,648 | — | — |
| All Students | $122,144 | #147 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $122,144 | — | — |
*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 Ursinus shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $21,992 |
| $30K–$48K | $22,573 |
| $48K–$75K | $27,644 |
| $75K–$110K | $28,852 |
| Over $110K | $34,705 |
About 100% of Ursinus undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $42,899 per year. Get more details on the Ursinus financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Ursinus 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.