by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Winona State degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how Winona State measures up.
Winona State is ranked #1,525 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of B- (above average for value). Within Minnesota, it ranks #41 of 69 for value.
Among the majors Winona State offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Computer Science / Programming | #1 of 8 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #17 of 43 |
| General Materials Engineering | #27 of 43 |
| Materials Engineering | #27 of 43 |
| Engineering | #27 of 43 |
| Parks, Recreation & Leisure Studies | #32 of 42 |
| Athletic Training | #32 of 42 |
| Business Education | #33 of 55 |
| Teacher Education | #33 of 55 |
| Social Science Teacher Education | #45 of 74 |
Below is the detailed Winona State 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.
Winona State University is ranked #12 out of #72 in Minnesota for quality and #41 out of #69 for Minnesota value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Winona State financial aid page to be sure.
Winona State University is ranked #1,525 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Winona State University 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 Winona State costs about $19,276. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $77,105 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $23,618 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $17,503 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $19,276 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $77,105 |
*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 Winona State net price and the factors that affect it.
What Winona State 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 Winona State 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 | $94,472 | — | — |
| All Students | $77,105 | #1,525 | B- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $70,012 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $94,472 | — | — |
| All Students | $77,105 | #41 | A+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $70,012 | — | — |
*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 Winona State shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $11,400 |
| $30K–$48K | $12,486 |
| $48K–$75K | $15,495 |
| $75K–$110K | $19,388 |
| Over $110K | $21,306 |
About 71% of Winona State undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $6,161 per year. Get more details on the Winona State 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 Winona State net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.