by our College Data Analytics Team
[Value](/majors/multi-interdisciplinary-studies/data-science/general/) is a field worth comparing on the balance of cost and outcomes. The schools below stand out for delivering a strong value education at a price that pays off.
To produce this 2027 ranking, College Factual evaluated 3 schools on the balance of cost and outcomes for value students.
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If you want to know which schools deliver the best value for the value degrees they offer, see the list below.
Regis University tops our 2027 list of the best value value schools in Colorado. Located in the city of Denver, Regis University is a moderately-sized private not-for-profit university. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $28,140. Value graduates carry a median of $31,773 in student loans. Early-career value graduates make about $72,028. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. Regis University admits about 86% of applicants.
Colorado State University Fort Collins is a great value for students pursuing a degree in value, landing the #2 spot this year. Located in the city of Fort Collins, Colorado State University Fort Collins is a very large public university. In-state tuition and fees average $13,373, compared with $35,061 for out-of-state students. Students borrow a median of $22,843 to complete the value program here. Early-career value graduates make about $51,693. Set against $22,843 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. Roughly 88% of applicants are accepted.
Colorado School Of Mines is a great value for students pursuing a degree in value, landing the #3 spot this year. Colorado School Of Mines is a moderately-sized public school located in the suburb of Golden. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $21,914, compared with $45,824 for out-of-state students. Typical student debt for value graduates is $24,521. Value graduates of Colorado School Of Mines earn a median of $76,298 early in their careers. Set against $24,521 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. Roughly 61% of applicants are accepted.
The ranking above is published by College Factual (MF_RANKING_2025), 2027 edition. Schools are scored on the balance of cost (tuition and student debt) against student outcomes (post-graduation earnings) — a measure of return on investment, 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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