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Return on Investment Analysis

Aspen University ROI Analysis

Comprehensive ROI analysis based on tuition costs, graduate earnings, financial aid, and long-term earning potential.

ROI Summary

Total 4-Year Cost

$25,056

In-state tuition x 4

Earnings Premium

$-5,552/yr

below high school diploma avg

Break-Even Point

N/A years

After graduation

20-Year ROI

-543%

Return on investment

ROI Analysis

Aspen University's in-state tuition is $6,264. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $78,528. Five years after graduation, the median earnings are $29,448. Ten years after graduation, the median earnings are $0. The median debt for students is $15,756. 15.3% of students receive financial aid.

The data does not provide enough information to calculate a debt-to-income ratio. The data does not provide enough information to calculate a break-even timeline.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

The Numbers

Annual Tuition (In-State)

$6,264

Median Debt at Graduation

$15,756

Median Earnings (5yr)

$29,448

Graduation Rate

N/A

Receive Financial Aid

15%

Avg Aid Amount

N/A

Program-Level ROI

Program 4yr Cost Median Earnings (5yr) Est. 20yr ROI
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing $25,056 $0 N/A
Business Administration, Management and Operations $25,056 $0 N/A
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods $25,056 $0 N/A
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology $25,056 $0 N/A
Criminal Justice and Corrections $25,056 $0 N/A
Educational Administration and Supervision $25,056 $0 N/A
Finance and Financial Management Services $25,056 $0 N/A
Health and Medical Administrative Services $25,056 $0 N/A
Management Information Systems and Services $25,056 $0 N/A
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management $25,056 $0 N/A
Computer Programming $25,056 $0 N/A
Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations $25,056 $0 N/A

Peer Comparison

Aspen University Current

0%

20yr ROI

Florida National University-Main Campus

0%

20yr ROI

National American University-Rapid City

0%

20yr ROI

Rocky Mountain College of Art and Design

0%

20yr ROI

International Baptist College and Seminary

0%

20yr ROI

Financial Aid Impact

Before Aid

4-Year Tuition$25,056
Median Debt$15,756

After Aid (Estimated)

Estimated Total Aid$0
Net 4-Year Cost$25,056

Frequently Asked Questions

Based on government data, Aspen University has an estimated 20-year ROI of -543%. The total 4-year cost is $25,056 and graduates earn a median of $29,448 within 5 years.

Methodology

ROI calculations are based on data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. The earnings premium is calculated as the difference between median graduate earnings and the national average earnings for high school diploma holders ($35,000).

The 20-year ROI formula: ((Earnings Premium x 20) - Total Cost) / Total Cost x 100. Break-even point: Total Cost / Annual Earnings Premium. All figures use in-state tuition and do not account for inflation, opportunity cost, or financial aid variations.

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