Instant Alert: The 17 best colleges for the value

MANAGE SUBSCRIPTIONS   |   UNSUBSCRIBE   |   VIEW ONLINE   The 17 best colleges for the value by Chris Weller on Jan 3, 2016, 12:38 PM Advertisement The best education isn't necessarily the most expensive one. As Kiplinger details in its 2017 ranking of the best colleges for the value, which accounted for acceptance and graduation rates relative to debt, some of the most worthwhile schools are cheaper and less well-known than their Ivy League counterparts. These schools don't all have the same brand recognition, but they may be smarter choices in the long run. SEE ALSO: The 24 best universities in the world 17. Rice University Admission rate: 16% Total cost per year: $58,448 Avg. need-based aid: $36,025 Avg. debt at graduation: $25,528 16. Wesleyan University Admission rate: 22% Total cost per year: $66,062 Avg. need-based aid: $41,244 Avg. debt at graduation: $24,860 15. Williams College Admission rate: 18% Total cost per year: $66,280 Avg. need-based aid: $46,007 Avg. debt at graduation: $16,593 See the rest of the story at Business Insider   Share the latest business news with your network:    Email sent to:   |   Manage your email preferences   |   Unsubscribe Terms of Service   |   Privacy Policy Business Insider. 150 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10011