2026 Best Value Educational Administration Bachelor’s Degree Schools

#1

Rasmussen College Florida

Ocala, FL

Leading the list is Rasmussen College Florida, our #1 best-value Educational Administration school in the United States. This private for-profit school is set in Ocala, FL. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $16,256. Graduates carry a median of $35,697 in student loans. A decade after starting, students earn a median of $39,080. Set against $35,697 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. Get the full Rasmussen College Florida report

#2

University Of Delaware

Newark, DE

University Of Delaware came in at #2 on this year's best-value Educational Administration ranking in the United States. Based in Newark, DE, University Of Delaware is a public institution. Students from in state pay about $16,810 in tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay about $41,400. Students borrow a median of $25,000 to complete their Educational Administration program here. Graduates go on to earn a median of $72,950 ten years after entry. Set against $25,000 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. About 71% of those who apply are admitted. Read more about University Of Delaware

#3

Cleveland State University

Cleveland, OH

A rank of #3 makes Cleveland State University one of the best values in the United States. Cleveland State University is a public school based in Cleveland, OH. In-state tuition and fees average $12,982, compared with $18,502 for out-of-state students. The median Educational Administration program debt is $26,900. Cleveland State University alumni report median earnings of $52,131 a decade after entry. That is a strong return on a $26,900 median debt. Roughly 91% of applicants are accepted. Read more about Cleveland State University

#4

University Of Wisconsin Milwaukee

Milwaukee, WI

The strong cost-to-outcome balance at University Of Wisconsin Milwaukee earned it the #4 place in the United States. Located in Milwaukee, WI, University Of Wisconsin Milwaukee is a public institution. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $10,398, with out-of-state students paying around $22,398. University Of Wisconsin Milwaukee Educational Administration students take on a median of $39,662 in debt. Graduates go on to earn a median of $54,990 ten years after entry. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. University Of Wisconsin Milwaukee admits about 91% of applicants. Read the full report on University Of Wisconsin Milwaukee

#5

Ohio State University Marion Campus

Marion, OH

Ohio State University Marion Campus came in at #5 on this year's best-value Educational Administration ranking in the United States. This public school is set in Marion, OH. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $9,488, while out-of-state students pay about $36,266. Students borrow a median of $23,000 to complete their Educational Administration program here. A decade after starting, students earn a median of $60,409. That is a strong return on a $23,000 median debt. Read more about Ohio State University Marion Campus

#6

Belmont University

Nashville, TN

Belmont University landed the #6 spot for value in the United States this year. This private not-for-profit school is set in Nashville, TN. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $42,540. Graduates carry a median of $23,447 in student loans. Graduates go on to earn a median of $55,930 ten years after entry. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. The acceptance rate is 95%. More on Belmont University

#7

Ohio State University Newark Campus

Newark, OH

Ohio State University Newark Campus came in at #7 in this year's value ranking. Ohio State University Newark Campus is a public school based in Newark, OH. Students from in state pay about $9,488 in tuition and fees, compared with $36,266 for out-of-state students. Graduates carry a median of $23,000 in student loans. Ten years after enrolling, students earn a median of $60,409. That is a strong return on a $23,000 median debt. More on Ohio State University Newark Campus

#7

Saint Josephs University

Philadelphia, PA

Saint Josephs University came in at #7 in this year's value ranking. Located in Philadelphia, PA, Saint Josephs University is a private not-for-profit institution. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $53,260. Students borrow a median of $26,426 to complete their Educational Administration program here. A decade after starting, students earn a median of $86,881. Set against $26,426 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. The acceptance rate is 89%. Read the full report on Saint Josephs University

#9

Ohio State University Mansfield Campus

Mansfield, OH

Ohio State University Mansfield Campus placed #9 among the best-value Educational Administration schools in the United States. Ohio State University Mansfield Campus is a public school based in Mansfield, OH. In-state tuition and fees run about $9,488, while out-of-state students pay about $36,266. Graduates carry a median of $23,000 in student loans. A decade after starting, students earn a median of $60,409. Set against $23,000 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. Read more about Ohio State University Mansfield Campus

#10

Ohio State University Main Campus

Columbus, OH

Ohio State University Main Campus came in at #10 in this year's value ranking. Ohio State University Main Campus is a public school based in Columbus, OH. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $13,244, while out-of-state students pay about $40,022. Typical Educational Administration student debt is $23,000. Median earnings reach $60,409 ten years out. Set against $23,000 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. The acceptance rate is 61%. More on Ohio State University Main Campus

#11

Ohio State University Lima Campus

Lima, OH

Ohio State University Lima Campus came in at #11 in this year's value ranking. This public school is set in Lima, OH. Students from in state pay about $9,488 in tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay about $36,266. Graduates carry a median of $23,000 in student loans. Ten years after enrolling, students earn a median of $60,409. Set against $23,000 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. Read the full report on Ohio State University Lima Campus

#13

New Mexico State University Main Campus

Las Cruces, NM

New Mexico State University Main Campus came in at #13 in this year's value ranking. New Mexico State University Main Campus is a public school based in Las Cruces, NM. Students from in state pay about $8,183 in tuition and fees, compared with $25,307 for out-of-state students. Typical Educational Administration student debt is $19,026. Median earnings reach $39,067 ten years out. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. New Mexico State University Main Campus admits about 89% of applicants. Read the full report on New Mexico State University Main Campus

#15

Rivier College

Nashua, NH

Rivier College ranked #15 on our 2026 list of the best-value Educational Administration schools. This private not-for-profit school is set in Nashua, NH. Students from in state pay about $39,488 in tuition and fees. Rivier College Educational Administration students take on a median of $28,917 in debt. Rivier College alumni report median earnings of $52,248 a decade after entry. That is a strong return on a $28,917 median debt. Roughly 83% of applicants are accepted. Get the full Rivier College report

#14

Ashford University

Ashford University landed the #14 spot for value in the United States this year. Get the full Ashford University report

#15

Rasmussen College North Dakota

Rasmussen College North Dakota placed #15 among the best-value Educational Administration schools in the United States. Read more about Rasmussen College North Dakota

#16

Saint Thomas Aquinas College

Saint Thomas Aquinas College ranked #16 on our 2026 list of the best-value Educational Administration schools. More on Saint Thomas Aquinas College

#17

Southwest Minnesota State University

Southwest Minnesota State University came in at #17 in this year's value ranking. Read the full report on Southwest Minnesota State University

#18

Spalding University

Spalding University placed #18 among the best-value Educational Administration schools in the United States. More on Spalding University

#19

University Of Houston Clear Lake

University Of Houston Clear Lake offered strong value this year, earning the #19 position. Read more about University Of Houston Clear Lake

#20

University Of Mount Union

University Of Mount Union ranked #20 on our 2026 list of the best-value Educational Administration schools. More on University Of Mount Union

#21

University Of Northern Iowa

University Of Northern Iowa ranked #21 on our 2026 list of the best-value Educational Administration schools. Read more about University Of Northern Iowa

#22

Walden University

Walden University offered strong value this year, earning the #22 position. Read more about Walden University

#23

Antioch University Midwest

Antioch University Midwest offered strong value this year, earning the #23 position. Read more about Antioch University Midwest

#24

Georgia State University

Georgia State University ranked #24 on our 2026 list of the best-value Educational Administration schools. Get the full Georgia State University report

#25

University Of Michigan Flint

University Of Michigan Flint offered strong value this year, earning the #25 position. Read more about University Of Michigan Flint

#26

Widener University Main Campus

Widener University Main Campus landed the #26 spot for value in the United States this year. More on Widener University Main Campus

#27

Boston College

Boston College offered strong value this year, earning the #27 position. Read the full report on Boston College

#28

College Of Saint Elizabeth

College Of Saint Elizabeth landed the #28 spot for value in the United States this year. Read more about College Of Saint Elizabeth

#29

Family Of Faith College

Family Of Faith College landed the #29 spot for value in the United States this year. Read the full report on Family Of Faith College

#30

Heritage University

Heritage University ranked #30 on our 2026 list of the best-value Educational Administration schools. Read the full report on Heritage University

#31

Letourneau University

Letourneau University placed #31 among the best-value Educational Administration schools in the United States. Read the full report on Letourneau University

#32

Massachusetts School Of Professional Psychology

Massachusetts School Of Professional Psychology landed the #32 spot for value in the United States this year. More on Massachusetts School Of Professional Psychology

#33

University Of New England

University Of New England landed the #33 spot for value in the United States this year. Read the full report on University Of New England

#34

Community College Of Vermont

Community College Of Vermont ranked #34 on our 2026 list of the best-value Educational Administration schools. More on Community College Of Vermont

#35

Isothermal Community College

Isothermal Community College landed the #35 spot for value in the United States this year. Read more about Isothermal Community College

#36

Southern Wesleyan University

Southern Wesleyan University placed #36 among the best-value Educational Administration schools in the United States. Read more about Southern Wesleyan University

#37

Texas Wesleyan University

Texas Wesleyan University ranked #37 on our 2026 list of the best-value Educational Administration schools. Get the full Texas Wesleyan University report

#38

University Of Redlands

University Of Redlands offered strong value this year, earning the #38 position. Read the full report on University Of Redlands

#39

University Of Southern Mississippi

University Of Southern Mississippi ranked #39 on our 2026 list of the best-value Educational Administration schools. More on University Of Southern Mississippi

#40

University Of St Thomas Minnesota

University Of St Thomas Minnesota landed the #40 spot for value in the United States this year. More on University Of St Thomas Minnesota

#41

Abilene Christian University

Abilene Christian University came in at #41 in this year's value ranking. Read the full report on Abilene Christian University

#42

Lee University

Lee University landed the #42 spot for value in the United States this year. Get the full Lee University report

#43

Roger Williams University

Roger Williams University landed the #43 spot for value in the United States this year. See the full Roger Williams University profile

#44

Stark State College

Stark State College came in at #44 in this year's value ranking. See the full Stark State College profile

#45

Trinity University

Trinity University landed the #45 spot for value in the United States this year. Get the full Trinity University report

#46

University Of Arkansas At Monticello

University Of Arkansas At Monticello placed #46 among the best-value Educational Administration schools in the United States. Get the full University Of Arkansas At Monticello report

#47

University Of Louisiana Monroe

University Of Louisiana Monroe came in at #47 in this year's value ranking. Get the full University Of Louisiana Monroe report

#48

Baylor University

Baylor University offered strong value this year, earning the #48 position. See the full Baylor University profile

#49

Dallas Theological Seminary

Dallas Theological Seminary offered strong value this year, earning the #49 position. More on Dallas Theological Seminary

#50

St Andrews Presbyterian College

St Andrews Presbyterian College offered strong value this year, earning the #50 position. Get the full St Andrews Presbyterian College report