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Is JMU a Good School for the Money?

Above Average National Value
Unknown In-State Value
$162,817 Avg Total Cost

James Madison University Value Report

Is a JMU degree worth it? Only you know for sure, but College Factual's value analysis can help answer that question. Keep reading for more.

Above Average Value Nationwide

Top 50% National Value
Top 10% National Quality
Fair Price

James Madison University is ranked #897 out of 2,223 for value nationwide.

Compared to other schools of similar quality, James Madison University is priced appropriately for the kind of quality provided and is thus a fair value according to College Factual's Best for the Money Ranking.

National Value Ranking  897 out of 2223
Overpriced
Great Value
National Value Score  59.97 out of 100
Overpriced
Great Value

Prices of Institutions with Similar Quality Scores

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*Total price is determined by multiplying average annual cost by time to graduate.

Bottom Line: You'll Spend an Estimated $162,817 For That Piece of Paper

On average, a bachelor's degree from JMU will cost you about $162,817. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $38,766 and a typical 4.2 years to graduate.

Amount
Average Yearly Cost$38,766
Average Years to Graduate4.2
Estimated Avg Total Cost of Degree$162,817

Many Factors Affect Net Price

Consider the average JMU student takes 4.2 years to complete their degree. If you can complete your degree faster than that you will save money. This is just one way your JMU degree may cost less than average.

Does This School Make Financial Sense To You?

$89,347 In-State With Aid
$174,170 Avg Cost No Aid
4.2 Years to Graduate

Net price can vary based on your unique situation.

Look at the table below to determine your likely cost of a bachelor's degree at JMU.

Nationwide Value by Aid GroupAvg Degree CostValue RankValue Grade
Students with no Aid$174,170#0F
All Students$162,817#897C+
Only Students Receiving Aid$142,640#669B
In-State Value by Aid GroupAvg Degree CostValue RankValue Grade
Students with no Aid$120,876#F
All Students$109,523#F
Only Students Receiving Aid$89,347#F

Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of Virginia.

About 60% of JMU students receive financial aid. Get more details on what JMU financial aid you may qualify for.

How to Finance The Gap

How to Calculate Value

College Factual calculates value by calculating average JMU cost multiplied by time to graduate, and then compares that number to other schools of a similar quality ranking. If the school is priced fairly based on the educational quality it receives a fair ranking. If it is underpriced it receives a good or excellent value.

Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.

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