by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Wabash degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how Wabash measures up.
Wabash is ranked #1,117 out of 2,000 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Indiana, it ranks #32 of 59 for value.
These Wabash majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Rhetoric & Composition | #36 of 45 |
| Writing Studies | #82 of 143 |
| Economics | #194 of 304 |
| General History | #361 of 533 |
| History | #362 of 534 |
| Social Sciences | #485 of 761 |
| Biology Studies | #642 of 1,050 |
| General Biology | #644 of 1,055 |
| Biology | #644 of 1,055 |
Read the full Wabash value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Wabash College is ranked #10 out of #61 in Indiana for quality and #32 out of #59 for Indiana value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Wabash financial aid page to be sure.
Wabash College is ranked #1,117 out of 2,000 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Wabash 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 Wabash costs about $24,744. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $98,977 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $65,167 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $24,336 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $24,744 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $98,977 |
*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 Wabash 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 Wabash 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 | $260,668 | — | — |
| All Students | $98,977 | #1,117 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $97,344 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $260,668 | — | — |
| All Students | $98,977 | #32 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $97,344 | — | — |
*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 Wabash shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $15,586 |
| $30K–$48K | $15,820 |
| $48K–$75K | $14,117 |
| $75K–$110K | $19,613 |
| Over $110K | $29,968 |
About 99% of Wabash undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $40,300 per year. Get more details on the Wabash financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Wabash 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.