by our College Data Analytics TeamIs William Woods worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
William Woods is ranked #2,179 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of A+ (top 5% for value). Within Missouri, it ranks #56 of 74 for value.
Among the majors William Woods offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| American Sign Language (ASL) | #6 of 6 |
| Equine Studies | #8 of 11 |
| Animal Services | #10 of 13 |
| Agriculture | #10 of 13 |
| Sign Language Interpretation & Translation | #11 of 13 |
| American Sign Language | #13 of 15 |
| Foreign Language | #13 of 15 |
| Foreign Languages & Linguistics | #195 of 240 |
| Exercise Science | #391 of 547 |
| Health & Physical Education | #549 of 757 |
Read the full William Woods value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
William Woods University is ranked #50 out of #82 in Missouri for quality and #56 out of #74 for Missouri value.
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William Woods University is ranked #2,179 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
The quality education William Woods University provides combined with its relatively low cost makes this school a great value.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at William Woods costs about $31,569. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $126,276 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $49,296 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $26,569 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $31,569 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $126,276 |
*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 William Woods 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 William Woods 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 | $197,184 | — | — |
| All Students | $126,276 | #2,179 | A+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $106,276 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $197,184 | — | — |
| All Students | $126,276 | #56 | A |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $106,276 | — | — |
*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 William Woods shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $19,042 |
| $30K–$48K | $19,587 |
| $48K–$75K | $21,217 |
| $75K–$110K | $25,359 |
| Over $110K | $25,809 |
About 78% of William Woods undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $19,652 per year. Get more details on the William Woods financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average William Woods 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.