The Most Affordable Finance Programs of 2026

Based in Greensboro, NC, North Carolina A & T State University is a public institution. Its Bachelor's in Finance program lands at #4 of the 25 ranked here, earning an 80.4 Hakia Score that weighs graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and outcomes. That sits above the 75.5 group average, in the top third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 57% of its students, above the 57% average across the ranked schools. North Carolina A & T State University admits 50% of applicants, more selective than the 66% average for the group. That is more open than the 24% rate at University of Florida, the most selective program on this list.

On cost, North Carolina A & T State University charges $3,540 a year in-state, roughly 5x the $17,400 out-of-state rate. Over four years that is about $14,160 in tuition for residents, against $69,600 for non-residents. That puts it among the most affordable on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $2,095 at Florida State College at Jacksonville to $5,407 at University of Louisiana at Lafayette. Graduates step into a field with a $100,910 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is low in-state cost paired with above-average completion.

University of West Florida is a public institution in Pensacola, FL. Its Bachelor's in Finance program ranks #5 of the 25 analyzed here with a 78.0 Hakia Score, a composite of graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and graduate outcomes. That sits above the 75.5 group average, in the top third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 59% of its students, above the 57% average across the ranked schools. University of West Florida admits 58% of applicants, more selective than the 66% average for the group. That is more open than the 24% rate at University of Florida, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands in the middle of the pack in a group where graduation runs from 25% to 91%.

On cost, University of West Florida charges $3,735 a year in-state, roughly 4x the $16,004 out-of-state rate. Over four years that is about $14,940 in tuition for residents, against $64,016 for non-residents. That puts it among the most affordable on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $2,095 at Florida State College at Jacksonville to $5,407 at University of Louisiana at Lafayette. Graduates step into a field with a $100,910 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is low in-state cost paired with above-average completion.

Based in Charlotte, NC, University of North Carolina at Charlotte is a public institution. Its Bachelor's in Finance program lands at #6 of the 25 ranked here, earning an 82.7 Hakia Score that weighs graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and outcomes. That sits above the 75.5 group average, in the top third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 69% of its students, above the 57% average across the ranked schools. University of North Carolina at Charlotte admits 80% of applicants, less selective than the 66% average for the group. That is more open than the 24% rate at University of Florida, the most selective program on this list.

On cost, University of North Carolina at Charlotte charges $3,812 a year in-state, roughly 5x the $19,065 out-of-state rate. Over four years that is about $15,248 in tuition for residents, against $76,260 for non-residents. That puts it among the most affordable on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $2,095 at Florida State College at Jacksonville to $5,407 at University of Louisiana at Lafayette. Graduates step into a field with a $100,910 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is low in-state cost paired with above-average completion.

University of North Florida is a public institution in Jacksonville, FL. Its Bachelor's in Finance program ranks #7 of the 25 analyzed here with an 85.8 Hakia Score, a composite of graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and graduate outcomes. That sits above the 75.5 group average, in the top third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 69% of its students, above the 57% average across the ranked schools. University of North Florida admits 53% of applicants, more selective than the 66% average for the group. That is more open than the 24% rate at University of Florida, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands among the strongest in a group where graduation runs from 25% to 91%.

On cost, University of North Florida charges $3,996 a year in-state, roughly 4x the $16,799 out-of-state rate. Over four years that is about $15,984 in tuition for residents, against $67,196 for non-residents. That puts it among the most affordable on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $2,095 at Florida State College at Jacksonville to $5,407 at University of Louisiana at Lafayette. Graduates step into a field with a $100,910 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is low in-state cost paired with above-average completion.

Appalachian State University is a public institution in Boone, NC. Its Bachelor's in Finance program ranks #8 of the 25 analyzed here with a 79.6 Hakia Score, a composite of graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and graduate outcomes. That sits above the 75.5 group average, in the top third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 75% of its students, above the 57% average across the ranked schools. Appalachian State University admits 90% of applicants, less selective than the 66% average for the group. That is more open than the 24% rate at University of Florida, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands among the strongest in a group where graduation runs from 25% to 91%.

On cost, Appalachian State University charges $4,242 a year in-state, roughly 5x the $21,875 out-of-state rate. Over four years that is about $16,968 in tuition for residents, against $87,500 for non-residents. That puts it among the most affordable on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $2,095 at Florida State College at Jacksonville to $5,407 at University of Louisiana at Lafayette. Graduates step into a field with a $100,910 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is low in-state cost paired with above-average completion.

Based in Greensboro, NC, University of North Carolina at Greensboro is a public institution. Its Bachelor's in Finance program lands at #9 of the 25 ranked here, earning a 72.2 Hakia Score that weighs graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and outcomes. That sits below the 75.5 group average, in the middle third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 56% of its students, below the 57% average across the ranked schools. University of North Carolina at Greensboro admits 89% of applicants, less selective than the 66% average for the group. That is more open than the 24% rate at University of Florida, the most selective program on this list.

On cost, University of North Carolina at Greensboro charges $4,422 a year in-state, roughly 5x the $20,773 out-of-state rate. Over four years that is about $17,688 in tuition for residents, against $83,092 for non-residents. That puts it among the most affordable on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $2,095 at Florida State College at Jacksonville to $5,407 at University of Louisiana at Lafayette. Graduates step into a field with a $100,910 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is low in-state cost paired with an online option.

Based in Greenville, NC, East Carolina University is a public institution. Its Bachelor's in Finance program lands at #10 of the 25 ranked here, earning a 76.4 Hakia Score that weighs graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and outcomes. That sits above the 75.5 group average, in the middle third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 63% of its students, above the 57% average across the ranked schools. East Carolina University admits 89% of applicants, less selective than the 66% average for the group. That is more open than the 24% rate at University of Florida, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands in the middle of the pack in a group where graduation runs from 25% to 91%.

On cost, East Carolina University charges $4,452 a year in-state, roughly 5x the $20,729 out-of-state rate. Over four years that is about $17,808 in tuition for residents, against $82,916 for non-residents. That puts it mid-pack on price on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $2,095 at Florida State College at Jacksonville to $5,407 at University of Louisiana at Lafayette. Graduates step into a field with a $100,910 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is above-average completion paired with an online option.

Based in Gainesville, FL, University of Florida is a public institution. Its Bachelor's in Finance program lands at #11 of the 25 ranked here, earning a 98.4 Hakia Score that weighs graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and outcomes. That sits above the 75.5 group average, in the middle third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 91% of its students, above the 57% average across the ranked schools. University of Florida admits 24% of applicants, more selective than the 66% average for the group. Its completion rate lands among the strongest in a group where graduation runs from 25% to 91%. It is one of the larger campuses in the ranking, enrolling 56,311 students.

On cost, University of Florida charges $4,477 a year in-state, roughly 6x the $25,694 out-of-state rate. Over four years that is about $17,908 in tuition for residents, against $102,776 for non-residents. That puts it mid-pack on price on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $2,095 at Florida State College at Jacksonville to $5,407 at University of Louisiana at Lafayette. The spread makes the program a clearer value for FL residents than for out-of-state students. Graduates step into a field with a $100,910 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is above-average completion paired with genuine selectivity.

University of Central Florida is a public institution in Orlando, FL. Its Bachelor's in Finance program ranks #12 of the 25 analyzed here with a 93.3 Hakia Score, a composite of graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and graduate outcomes. That sits above the 75.5 group average, in the middle third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 78% of its students, above the 57% average across the ranked schools. University of Central Florida admits 40% of applicants, more selective than the 66% average for the group. That is more open than the 24% rate at University of Florida, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands among the strongest in a group where graduation runs from 25% to 91%.

On cost, University of Central Florida charges $4,478 a year in-state, roughly 4x the $19,810 out-of-state rate. Over four years that is about $17,912 in tuition for residents, against $79,240 for non-residents. That puts it mid-pack on price on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $2,095 at Florida State College at Jacksonville to $5,407 at University of Louisiana at Lafayette. Graduates step into a field with a $100,910 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is above-average completion paired with genuine selectivity.

Based in Carrollton, GA, University of West Georgia is a public institution. Its Bachelor's in Finance program lands at #13 of the 25 ranked here, earning a 74.1 Hakia Score that weighs graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and outcomes. That sits below the 75.5 group average, in the middle third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 43% of its students, below the 57% average across the ranked schools. University of West Georgia admits 52% of applicants, more selective than the 66% average for the group. That is more open than the 24% rate at University of Florida, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands toward the lower end in a group where graduation runs from 25% to 91%.

On cost, University of West Georgia charges $4,488 a year in-state, roughly 4x the $16,200 out-of-state rate. Over four years that is about $17,952 in tuition for residents, against $64,800 for non-residents. That puts it mid-pack on price on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $2,095 at Florida State College at Jacksonville to $5,407 at University of Louisiana at Lafayette. Graduates step into a field with a $100,910 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the main draw here is its genuine selectivity.

Based in Statesboro, GA, Georgia Southern University is a public institution. Its Bachelor's in Finance program lands at #14 of the 25 ranked here, earning a 72.6 Hakia Score that weighs graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and outcomes. That sits below the 75.5 group average, in the middle third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 55% of its students, below the 57% average across the ranked schools. Georgia Southern University admits 88% of applicants, less selective than the 66% average for the group. That is more open than the 24% rate at University of Florida, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands in the middle of the pack in a group where graduation runs from 25% to 91%.

On cost, Georgia Southern University charges $4,488 a year in-state, roughly 4x the $16,200 out-of-state rate. Over four years that is about $17,952 in tuition for residents, against $64,800 for non-residents. That puts it mid-pack on price on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $2,095 at Florida State College at Jacksonville to $5,407 at University of Louisiana at Lafayette. Graduates step into a field with a $100,910 national median salary reported by the BLS. It earns its place in the top 25 on the balance of cost, completion, and outcomes.

Valdosta State University is a public institution in Valdosta, GA. Its Bachelor's in Finance program ranks #15 of the 25 analyzed here with a 68.6 Hakia Score, a composite of graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and graduate outcomes. That sits below the 75.5 group average, in the middle third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 42% of its students, below the 57% average across the ranked schools. Valdosta State University admits 72% of applicants, less selective than the 66% average for the group. That is more open than the 24% rate at University of Florida, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands toward the lower end in a group where graduation runs from 25% to 91%.

On cost, Valdosta State University charges $4,488 a year in-state, roughly 4x the $16,200 out-of-state rate. Over four years that is about $17,952 in tuition for residents, against $64,800 for non-residents. That puts it mid-pack on price on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $2,095 at Florida State College at Jacksonville to $5,407 at University of Louisiana at Lafayette. Graduates step into a field with a $100,910 national median salary reported by the BLS. It earns its place in the top 25 on the balance of cost, completion, and outcomes.

Columbus State University is a public institution in Columbus, GA. Its Bachelor's in Finance program ranks #16 of the 25 analyzed here with a 59.4 Hakia Score, a composite of graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and graduate outcomes. That sits below the 75.5 group average, in the middle third of the 25 ranked programs, 4.8 points behind top-ranked Florida State College at Jacksonville. The program graduates 42% of its students, below the 57% average across the ranked schools. Columbus State University admits 99% of applicants, less selective than the 66% average for the group. That is more open than the 24% rate at University of Florida, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands toward the lower end in a group where graduation runs from 25% to 91%.

On cost, Columbus State University charges $4,488 a year in-state, roughly 4x the $16,200 out-of-state rate. Over four years that is about $17,952 in tuition for residents, against $64,800 for non-residents. That puts it mid-pack on price on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $2,095 at Florida State College at Jacksonville to $5,407 at University of Louisiana at Lafayette. Graduates step into a field with a $100,910 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the main draw here is its an online option.

University of South Florida is a public institution in Tampa, FL. Its Bachelor's in Finance program ranks #17 of the 25 analyzed here with an 89.9 Hakia Score, a composite of graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and graduate outcomes. That sits above the 75.5 group average, in the lower third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 77% of its students, above the 57% average across the ranked schools. University of South Florida admits 43% of applicants, more selective than the 66% average for the group. That is more open than the 24% rate at University of Florida, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands among the strongest in a group where graduation runs from 25% to 91%.

On cost, University of South Florida charges $4,559 a year in-state, roughly 3x the $15,473 out-of-state rate. Over four years that is about $18,236 in tuition for residents, against $61,892 for non-residents. That puts it at the higher end on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $2,095 at Florida State College at Jacksonville to $5,407 at University of Louisiana at Lafayette. Graduates step into a field with a $100,910 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is above-average completion paired with genuine selectivity.

Based in Tallahassee, FL, Florida State University is a public institution. Its Bachelor's in Finance program lands at #18 of the 25 ranked here, earning a 96.1 Hakia Score that weighs graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and outcomes. That sits above the 75.5 group average, in the lower third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 86% of its students, above the 57% average across the ranked schools. Florida State University admits 24% of applicants, more selective than the 66% average for the group. Its completion rate lands among the strongest in a group where graduation runs from 25% to 91%. It is one of the larger campuses in the ranking, enrolling 43,889 students.

On cost, Florida State University charges $4,640 a year in-state, roughly 4x the $19,084 out-of-state rate. Over four years that is about $18,560 in tuition for residents, against $76,336 for non-residents. That puts it at the higher end on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $2,095 at Florida State College at Jacksonville to $5,407 at University of Louisiana at Lafayette. The spread makes the program a clearer value for FL residents than for out-of-state students. Graduates step into a field with a $100,910 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is above-average completion paired with genuine selectivity.

Fort Hays State University is a public institution in Hays, KS. Its Bachelor's in Finance program ranks #19 of the 25 analyzed here with a 65.4 Hakia Score, a composite of graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and graduate outcomes. That sits below the 75.5 group average, in the lower third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 48% of its students, below the 57% average across the ranked schools. Fort Hays State University admits 90% of applicants, less selective than the 66% average for the group. That is more open than the 24% rate at University of Florida, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands in the middle of the pack in a group where graduation runs from 25% to 91%.

On cost, Fort Hays State University charges $4,704 a year in-state, roughly 4x the $16,522 out-of-state rate. Over four years that is about $18,816 in tuition for residents, against $66,088 for non-residents. That puts it at the higher end on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $2,095 at Florida State College at Jacksonville to $5,407 at University of Louisiana at Lafayette. Graduates step into a field with a $100,910 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the main draw here is its an online option.

Florida International University is a public institution in Miami, FL. Its Bachelor's in Finance program ranks #20 of the 25 analyzed here with an 86.3 Hakia Score, a composite of graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and graduate outcomes. That sits above the 75.5 group average, in the lower third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 74% of its students, above the 57% average across the ranked schools. Florida International University admits 55% of applicants, more selective than the 66% average for the group. That is more open than the 24% rate at University of Florida, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands among the strongest in a group where graduation runs from 25% to 91%.

On cost, Florida International University charges $4,721 a year in-state, roughly 4x the $16,529 out-of-state rate. Over four years that is about $18,884 in tuition for residents, against $66,116 for non-residents. That puts it at the higher end on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $2,095 at Florida State College at Jacksonville to $5,407 at University of Louisiana at Lafayette. Graduates step into a field with a $100,910 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is above-average completion paired with genuine selectivity.

Nicholls State University is a public institution in Thibodaux, LA. Its Bachelor's in Finance program ranks #21 of the 25 analyzed here with a 64.1 Hakia Score, a composite of graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and graduate outcomes. That sits below the 75.5 group average, in the lower third of the 25 ranked programs, 0.1 points behind top-ranked Florida State College at Jacksonville. The program graduates 54% of its students, below the 57% average across the ranked schools. Nicholls State University admits 91% of applicants, less selective than the 66% average for the group. That is more open than the 24% rate at University of Florida, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands in the middle of the pack in a group where graduation runs from 25% to 91%.

On cost, Nicholls State University charges $4,922 a year in-state, versus $6,015 for out-of-state students. Over four years that is about $19,688 in tuition for residents, against $24,060 for non-residents. That puts it at the higher end on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $2,095 at Florida State College at Jacksonville to $5,407 at University of Louisiana at Lafayette. Graduates step into a field with a $100,910 national median salary reported by the BLS. It earns its place in the top 25 on the balance of cost, completion, and outcomes.

Based in Baton Rouge, LA, Southern University and A & M College is a public institution. Its Bachelor's in Finance program lands at #22 of the 25 ranked here, earning a 69.5 Hakia Score that weighs graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and outcomes. That sits below the 75.5 group average, in the lower third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 27% of its students, below the 57% average across the ranked schools. Southern University and A & M College admits 35% of applicants, more selective than the 66% average for the group. That is more open than the 24% rate at University of Florida, the most selective program on this list.

On cost, Southern University and A & M College charges $4,973 a year in-state, roughly 2.5x the $12,323 out-of-state rate. Over four years that is about $19,892 in tuition for residents, against $49,292 for non-residents. That puts it at the higher end on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $2,095 at Florida State College at Jacksonville to $5,407 at University of Louisiana at Lafayette. Graduates step into a field with a $100,910 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the main draw here is its genuine selectivity.

McNeese State University is a public institution in Lake Charles, LA. Its Bachelor's in Finance program ranks #23 of the 25 analyzed here with a 66.8 Hakia Score, a composite of graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and graduate outcomes. That sits below the 75.5 group average, in the lower third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 47% of its students, below the 57% average across the ranked schools. McNeese State University admits 78% of applicants, less selective than the 66% average for the group. That is more open than the 24% rate at University of Florida, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands toward the lower end in a group where graduation runs from 25% to 91%.

On cost, McNeese State University charges $5,147 a year in-state, versus $6,647 for out-of-state students. Over four years that is about $20,588 in tuition for residents, against $26,588 for non-residents. That puts it at the higher end on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $2,095 at Florida State College at Jacksonville to $5,407 at University of Louisiana at Lafayette. Graduates step into a field with a $100,910 national median salary reported by the BLS. It earns its place in the top 25 on the balance of cost, completion, and outcomes.

University of the District of Columbia is a public institution in Washington, DC. Its Bachelor's in Finance program ranks #24 of the 25 analyzed here with a 55.7 Hakia Score, a composite of graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and graduate outcomes. That sits below the 75.5 group average, in the lower third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 33% of its students, below the 57% average across the ranked schools. Its completion rate lands toward the lower end in a group where graduation runs from 25% to 91%. The university enrolls 4,202 students overall.

On cost, University of the District of Columbia charges $5,292 a year in-state, roughly 2.3x the $12,144 out-of-state rate. Over four years that is about $21,168 in tuition for residents, against $48,576 for non-residents. That puts it at the higher end on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $2,095 at Florida State College at Jacksonville to $5,407 at University of Louisiana at Lafayette. The spread makes the program a clearer value for DC residents than for out-of-state students. Graduates step into a field with a $100,910 national median salary reported by the BLS. It earns its place in the top 25 on the balance of cost, completion, and outcomes.

Based in Lafayette, LA, University of Louisiana at Lafayette is a public institution. Its Bachelor's in Finance program lands at #25 of the 25 ranked here, earning a 69.4 Hakia Score that weighs graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and outcomes. That sits below the 75.5 group average, in the lower third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 53% of its students, below the 57% average across the ranked schools. University of Louisiana at Lafayette admits 87% of applicants, less selective than the 66% average for the group. That is more open than the 24% rate at University of Florida, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands in the middle of the pack in a group where graduation runs from 25% to 91%.

On cost, University of Louisiana at Lafayette charges $5,407 a year in-state, roughly 4x the $19,135 out-of-state rate. Over four years that is about $21,628 in tuition for residents, against $76,540 for non-residents. That puts it at the higher end on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $2,095 at Florida State College at Jacksonville to $5,407 at University of Louisiana at Lafayette. Graduates step into a field with a $100,910 national median salary reported by the BLS. It earns its place in the top 25 on the balance of cost, completion, and outcomes.