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Is UC a Good School for the Money?

Above Average National Value
Unknown In-State Value
$115,653 Avg Total Cost

University of Charleston Value Report

Is an UC 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 25% National Value
Top 25% National Quality
Good Price

University of Charleston is ranked #528 out of 2,223 for value nationwide.

University of Charleston is a good value according to College Factual's value analysis. It is priced competitively based on the quality of the education provided.

National Value Ranking  528 out of 2223
Overpriced
Great Value
National Value Score  76.44 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.

That Degree May Cost You $115,653 in Total

The average UC student's degree will cost an estimated $115,653. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $26,526 and a typical 4.36 years to graduate.

Amount
Average Yearly Cost$26,526
Average Years to Graduate4.36
Estimated Avg Total Cost of Degree$115,653

Many Factors Affect Net Price

Consider the average UC student takes 4.36 years to complete their degree. If you can complete your degree faster than that you will save money. This is just one way your UC degree may cost less than average.

Does This School Make Financial Sense To You?

$89,855 In-State With Aid
$170,476 Avg Cost No Aid
4.36 Years to Graduate

Net price can vary based on your unique situation.

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

Nationwide Value by Aid GroupAvg Degree CostValue RankValue Grade
Students with no Aid$170,476#0F
All Students$115,653#528B+
Only Students Receiving Aid$89,855#1,481D
In-State Value by Aid GroupAvg Degree CostValue RankValue Grade
Students with no Aid$170,476#F
All Students$115,653#F
Only Students Receiving Aid$89,855#F

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

About 100% of UC students receive financial aid. Get more details on what UC financial aid you may qualify for.

How to Finance The Gap

How to Calculate Value

College Factual calculates value by calculating average UC 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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