by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual's Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a WCU degree with its cost to determine if the school is asking a fair price. Read the WCU annual value report below.
Western Carolina University is ranked #273 out of 2,223 for value nationwide.
Based on the type of quality education Western Carolina University provides, we expected it to be priced higher. We consider WCU to be a great value, ranked #273 out of 2223 in College Factual's Best Colleges for the Money Ranking.
| School | Total Price | Value Grade |
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*Total price is determined by multiplying average annual cost by time to graduate.
On average, a bachelor's degree from WCU will cost you about $79,200. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $18,207 and a typical 4.35 years to graduate.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Average Yearly Cost | $18,207 |
| Average Years to Graduate | 4.35 |
| Estimated Avg Total Cost of Degree | $79,200 |
Depending on your personal circumstances, your net price may be well below the average WCU net price, which could make this school a better value. You may quality for more financial aid, or be able to complete your degree faster than average. Get more details on WCU cost.
The net price YOU pay may be very different than the typical net price.
Look at the table below to get a sense of how WCU value for your educational dollar might vary.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with no Aid | $94,686 | #0 | F |
| All Students | $79,200 | #273 | A |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $70,866 | #806 | B- |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with no Aid | $82,102 | # | F |
| All Students | $66,620 | # | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $58,281 | # | F |
Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of North Carolina.
About 85% of WCU students receive financial aid. Get more details on what WCU financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by calculating average WCU 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.