by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Waynesburg worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Waynesburg is ranked #2,389 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of D-. Within Pennsylvania, it ranks #103 of 168 for value.
Among the majors Waynesburg offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Business Administration / Management | #194 of 266 |
| Criminal Justice | #225 of 280 |
| Criminal Justice & Corrections | #539 of 638 |
| Criminal Justice Administration | #539 of 638 |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement & Firefighting | #568 of 678 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #568 of 678 |
| Registered Nursing | #748 of 966 |
| Nursing | #748 of 966 |
| General Psychology | #851 of 1,068 |
| Psychology | #851 of 1,068 |
Read the full Waynesburg value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Waynesburg University is ranked #68 out of #181 in Pennsylvania for quality and #103 out of #168 for Pennsylvania value.
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Waynesburg University is ranked #2,389 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Waynesburg University 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 Waynesburg costs about $18,743. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $74,972 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $43,638 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $18,235 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $18,743 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $74,972 |
*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 Waynesburg net price and the factors that affect it.
What Waynesburg 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 Waynesburg 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 | $174,552 | — | — |
| All Students | $74,972 | #2,389 | D- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $72,940 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $174,552 | — | — |
| All Students | $74,972 | #103 | D+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $72,940 | — | — |
*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 Waynesburg shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $19,790 |
| $30K–$48K | $23,018 |
| $48K–$75K | $25,354 |
| $75K–$110K | $25,404 |
| Over $110K | $28,697 |
About 98% of Waynesburg undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $21,880 per year. Get more details on the Waynesburg financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Waynesburg 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.