by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Washington College degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how Washington College measures up.
Washington College is ranked #2,664 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Maryland, it ranks #42 of 45 for value.
These Washington College majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Environmental Studies | #184 of 249 |
| Political and Social Sciences | #203 of 235 |
| Environmental Science | #222 of 272 |
| Economics | #237 of 304 |
| Natural Resources Conservation | #293 of 371 |
| Environment / Natural Resources | #293 of 371 |
| Natural Resources & Conservation | #327 of 405 |
| Political Science | #472 of 592 |
| Political Science & Government | #479 of 600 |
| English | #485 of 579 |
Below is the detailed Washington 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.
Washington College is ranked #42 out of #45 for Maryland value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Washington College financial aid page to be sure.
Washington College is ranked #2,664 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Washington 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 Washington College costs about $29,261. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $117,042 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $73,315 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $27,898 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $29,261 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $117,042 |
*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 Washington College net price and the factors that affect it.
What Washington College 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 Washington 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 | $293,260 | — | — |
| All Students | $117,042 | #2,664 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $111,592 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $293,260 | — | — |
| All Students | $117,042 | #42 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $111,592 | — | — |
*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 Washington College shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $13,498 |
| $30K–$48K | $18,675 |
| $48K–$75K | $25,670 |
| $75K–$110K | $31,138 |
| Over $110K | $35,886 |
About 97% of Washington College undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $42,772 per year. Get more details on the Washington 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 Washington College net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.