by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a WNCC degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how WNCC measures up.
WNCC is ranked #162 out of 1,976 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of B (above average for value). Within Nebraska, it ranks #3 of 13 for value.
Below is the detailed WNCC 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.
Western Nebraska Community College is ranked #10 out of #13 in Nebraska for quality and #3 out of #13 for Nebraska value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the WNCC financial aid page to be sure.
Western Nebraska Community College is ranked #162 out of 1,976 for value nationwide.
Western Nebraska Community College 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 WNCC costs about $7,599. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $30,395 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $13,343 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $5,474 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $7,599 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $30,395 |
*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 WNCC net price and the factors that affect it.
What WNCC 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 WNCC 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 | $53,372 | — | — |
| All Students | $30,395 | #162 | B |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $21,896 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $53,372 | — | — |
| All Students | $30,395 | #3 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $21,896 | — | — |
*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 WNCC shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $3,369 |
| $30K–$48K | $3,709 |
| $48K–$75K | $5,935 |
| $75K–$110K | $8,771 |
| Over $110K | $9,790 |
About 73% of WNCC undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $6,856 per year. Get more details on the WNCC 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 WNCC net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.