[Value](/majors/engineering-technologies/mechanical-engineering-technology/marine-engineering/) programs reward a close look at where your money goes furthest. The best values balance affordable tuition against strong post-graduation earnings.
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For return on investment in value, no school beat Texas A And M University College Station this year. Set in the city of College Station, Texas A And M University College Station is a very large public institution. In-state tuition and fees average $12,995, while out-of-state students pay about $40,124. Value graduates carry a median of $20,031 in student loans. Early-career value graduates make about $64,891. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. The acceptance rate is 57%.