GROVE CITY, Pa. - Grove City College has been named on of just 10 "Best Value Colleges" in Pennsylvania, ranking 6th on the list of Keystone State colleges and universities that provide an excellent return on investment for students.

According to financial site, SmartAsset, the ranking was based on starting salary, tuition and expenses, scholarships awarded and other factors.

Of the eight private colleges ranked in the top 10, Grove City College ranked the had the lowest tuition rate with an annual tuition of $19,900. The college is on par with public universities and is lower than average for a similar nationally-ranked four-year private college.

Additionally, Grove City College had the lowest living cost among the eight private colleges in the top 10. The school's $11,050 room and board charges were ranked the 9th lowest of all Pennsylvania schools evaluated by SmartAsset.

In terms of starting salaries, Grove City College students see higher than average compensation throughout their careers, according to salary tracking site, PayScale, which reports an average starting salary of $59,700 and midcareer earnings of $113,500 for alumni.