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Is SSU a Good School for the Money?

Above Average National Value
Unknown In-State Value
$136,554 Avg Total Cost

Sonoma State University Value Report

What is a SSU degree worth? College Factual's value analysis compares SSU with other schools of similar quality to see if it's priced fairly.

Fair Value Nationwide

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

Sonoma State University is ranked #1,061 out of 2,223 for value nationwide.

Sonoma State University is a fair value according to College Factual's value analysis. It is priced appropriately based on the quality of the education provided.

National Value Ranking  1061 out of 2223
Overpriced
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National Value Score  52.66 out of 100
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Prices of Institutions with Similar Quality Scores

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

We're Looking at a Total Cost of $136,554 for a SSU Degree

The average SSU student's degree will cost an estimated $136,554. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $30,078 and a typical 4.54 years to graduate.

Amount
Average Yearly Cost$30,078
Average Years to Graduate4.54
Estimated Avg Total Cost of Degree$136,554

Many Factors Affect Net Price

Consider the average SSU student takes 4.54 years to complete their degree. If you can complete your degree faster than that you will save money. This is just one way your SSU degree may cost less than average.

Does This School Make Financial Sense To You?

$85,152 In-State With Aid
$157,533 Avg Cost No Aid
4.54 Years to Graduate

Net price can vary based on your unique situation.

Look at the table below to get a sense of how SSU value for your educational dollar might vary.

Nationwide Value by Aid GroupAvg Degree CostValue RankValue Grade
Students with no Aid$157,533#0F
All Students$136,554#1,061C
Only Students Receiving Aid$121,359#1,207C
In-State Value by Aid GroupAvg Degree CostValue RankValue Grade
Students with no Aid$121,327#F
All Students$100,348#F
Only Students Receiving Aid$85,152#F

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

About 73% of SSU students receive financial aid. Get more details on what SSU financial aid you may qualify for.

How to Finance The Gap

How to Calculate Value

College Factual calculates value by calculating average SSU 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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