by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Youngstown State University worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Youngstown State University is ranked #1,019 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of B (above average for value). Within Ohio, it ranks #33 of 139 for value.
These Youngstown State University majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Engineering | #4 of 12 |
| Other Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences | #7 of 63 |
| Nursing | #7 of 63 |
| Other Health Professions | #7 of 63 |
| Rhetoric & Composition | #8 of 45 |
| Professional, Technical, Business & Scientific Writing | #10 of 49 |
| Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician | #12 of 49 |
| Mechanics | #12 of 49 |
| Teacher Education | #13 of 47 |
| Radio & Television | #16 of 62 |
Below is the detailed Youngstown State University 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.
Youngstown State University is ranked #54 out of #143 in Ohio for quality and #33 out of #139 for Ohio value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Youngstown State University financial aid page to be sure.
Youngstown State University is ranked #1,019 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Youngstown 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 Youngstown State University costs about $14,195. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $56,782 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $21,695 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $12,767 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $14,195 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $56,782 |
*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.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the Youngstown State University net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
What Youngstown State University 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 Youngstown State University 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 | $86,780 | — | — |
| All Students | $56,782 | #1,019 | B |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $51,068 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $86,780 | — | — |
| All Students | $56,782 | #33 | C+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $51,068 | — | — |
*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 Youngstown State University shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $8,053 |
| $30K–$48K | $9,286 |
| $48K–$75K | $13,171 |
| $75K–$110K | $15,906 |
| Over $110K | $16,329 |
About 84% of Youngstown State University undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $8,667 per year. Get more details on the Youngstown State University financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Youngstown State University 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.