by our College Data Analytics Team
[Taxation](/majors/business-management-marketing-sales/taxation/) degree programs vary widely in price and payoff across the country. The schools below stand out for delivering a strong taxation education at a price that pays off.
College Factual analyzed 3 schools to build this 2027 ranking of the best value taxation schools.
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Below are the schools that deliver the strongest value in taxation, balancing cost against outcomes.
Stark State College tops our 2027 list of the best value taxation schools in the Great Lakes Region. Located in the suburb of North Canton, Stark State College is a large public university. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $4,790, with out-of-state students paying around $7,886. Taxation graduates carry a median of $17,349 in student loans. Early-career taxation graduates make about $42,724. Set against $17,349 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff.
A rank of #2 makes University Of Cincinnati Main Campus one of the best values for taxation. Located in the city of Cincinnati, University Of Cincinnati Main Campus is a very large public university. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $13,363, while out-of-state students pay about $28,697. Students borrow a median of $23,530 to complete the taxation program here. Early-career taxation graduates make about $58,659. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. The acceptance rate is 85%.
Depaul University is a great value for students pursuing a degree in taxation, landing the #3 spot this year. Set in the city of Chicago, Depaul University is a very large private not-for-profit institution. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $45,405. Students borrow a median of $25,340 to complete the taxation program here. Taxation graduates of Depaul University earn a median of $102,309 early in their careers. Set against $25,340 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. Depaul University admits about 76% of applicants.
This list is compiled by College Factual (MF_RANKING_2025), 2027 edition. The methodology weighs the cost of a degree against the earnings graduates go on to achieve, drawn primarily from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS and College Scorecard).
Ranking method: College Major Best Value · 3 schools evaluated.
*Averages shown above reflect the top 3 ranked schools only.
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