by our College Data Analytics Team
[Value](/majors/theology-and-religious-vocations/sacred-music/worship-ministry/) programs reward a close look at where your money goes furthest. The best values balance affordable tuition against strong post-graduation earnings.
To produce this 2026 ranking, College Factual evaluated 3 schools on the balance of cost and outcomes for value students.
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Below are the schools that deliver the strongest value in value, balancing cost against outcomes.
Leading the list is Cedarville University, our #1 best value for value in Ohio. Set in the rural area of Cedarville, Cedarville University is a moderately-sized private not-for-profit institution. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $37,150. Typical student debt for value graduates is $22,110. Value graduates of Cedarville University earn a median of $57,104 early in their careers. That is a strong return on a $22,110 median debt. Cedarville University admits about 65% of applicants.
This list is compiled by College Factual (MF_RANKING_2025), 2026 edition. The methodology weighs the cost of a degree against the earnings graduates go on to achieve, drawn primarily from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS and College Scorecard).
Ranking method: College Major Best Value · 3 schools evaluated.
*Averages shown above reflect the top 1 ranked schools only.
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