by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Oglethorpe worth the money? Read College Factual's annual Oglethorpe value report to determine if the school is priced fairly for the quality of education they provide.
Oglethorpe University is ranked #2,085 out of 2,223 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, we believe Oglethorpe University is overpriced for the quality education it provides. (This takes into account average financial aid and may not apply to you if you have further scholarships, grant or aid provided to you.)
| School | Total Price | Value Grade |
|---|
*Total price is determined by multiplying average annual cost by time to graduate.
The Oglethorpe time to graduate is about 4.3 years and will cost an estimated $32,239 per year. This brings the total cost to 138,628.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Average Yearly Cost | $32,239 |
| Average Years to Graduate | 4.3 |
| Estimated Avg Total Cost of Degree | $138,628 |
There are many ways you can lower the cost of a college education. Consider taking advantage of in-state tuition, or shortening the length of your degree by taking summer classes. Learn more about Oglethorpe cost for other factors that may affect net price such as the financial aid you qualify for that is largely based on your family's income.
Most students will not pay the full sticker price and few students fit perfectly into averages.
Look at the table below to get a sense of how Oglethorpe value for your educational dollar might vary.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with no Aid | $253,313 | #0 | F |
| All Students | $138,628 | #2,085 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $132,591 | #1,894 | F |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with no Aid | $253,313 | # | F |
| All Students | $138,628 | # | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $132,591 | # | F |
Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of Georgia.
About 99% of Oglethorpe students receive financial aid. Get more details on what Oglethorpe financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates average total cost by multiplying net price by time to graduation. We then compare the average total cost to other schools of a similar quality to determine value. 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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College Factual's Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.