by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Willamette worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Willamette is ranked #2,194 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Oregon, it ranks #25 of 37 for value.
These Willamette majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Other Communication & Media Studies | #50 of 76 |
| Environmental Science | #184 of 272 |
| Economics | #204 of 304 |
| General Economics | #204 of 304 |
| Natural Resources Conservation | #239 of 371 |
| Environment / Natural Resources | #239 of 371 |
| General Chemistry | #264 of 345 |
| Chemistry | #267 of 348 |
| Physical Sciences | #267 of 348 |
| Natural Resources & Conservation | #270 of 405 |
Below is the detailed Willamette 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.
Willamette University is ranked #7 out of #42 in Oregon for quality and #25 out of #37 for Oregon value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Willamette financial aid page to be sure.
Willamette University is ranked #2,194 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Willamette 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 Willamette costs about $25,121. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $100,484 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $67,501 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $25,121 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $25,121 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $100,484 |
*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 Willamette net price and the factors that affect it.
What Willamette 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 Willamette 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 | $270,004 | — | — |
| All Students | $100,484 | #2,194 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $100,484 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $270,004 | — | — |
| All Students | $100,484 | #25 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $100,484 | — | — |
*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 Willamette shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $14,603 |
| $30K–$48K | $14,977 |
| $48K–$75K | $16,425 |
| $75K–$110K | $24,618 |
| Over $110K | $31,101 |
About 100% of Willamette undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $35,423 per year. Get more details on the Willamette 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 Willamette net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.