by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Winthrop worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Winthrop is ranked #1,497 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within South Carolina, it ranks #27 of 61 for value.
Among the majors Winthrop offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Other Human Development, Family Studies, & Related Services | #6 of 16 |
| Human Nutrition | #7 of 16 |
| Business Administration / Management | #9 of 34 |
| E-Commerce | #9 of 34 |
| Food, Nutrition & Related Services | #20 of 38 |
| Nutrition and Wellness | #20 of 38 |
| Communications / Public Relations | #38 of 93 |
| General Education | #46 of 114 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #46 of 114 |
| Visual Communications | #46 of 122 |
Below is the detailed Winthrop 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.
Winthrop University is ranked #13 out of #62 in South Carolina for quality and #27 out of #61 for South Carolina value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Winthrop financial aid page to be sure.
Winthrop University is ranked #1,497 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Winthrop 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 Winthrop costs about $16,717. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $66,870 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $30,615 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $15,343 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $16,717 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $66,870 |
*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 Winthrop net price and the factors that affect it.
What Winthrop 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 Winthrop 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 | $122,460 | — | — |
| All Students | $66,870 | #1,497 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $61,372 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $122,460 | — | — |
| All Students | $66,870 | #27 | C- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $61,372 | — | — |
*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 Winthrop shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $13,361 |
| $30K–$48K | $13,395 |
| $48K–$75K | $16,762 |
| $75K–$110K | $19,267 |
| Over $110K | $20,653 |
About 91% of Winthrop undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $14,637 per year. Get more details on the Winthrop financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Winthrop 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.