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Return on Investment Analysis

Cairn University-Langhorne ROI Analysis

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

ROI Summary

Total 4-Year Cost

$130,500

In-state tuition x 4

Earnings Premium

$2,077/yr

above high school diploma avg

Break-Even Point

62.8 years

After graduation

20-Year ROI

-68%

Return on investment

ROI Analysis

Cairn University's in-state tuition is $32,625. One year after graduation, alumni earn a median of $36,453. Five years after graduation, the median earnings are $37,077, and ten years after graduation, the median earnings are $44,172. The median debt for students is $26,926, and 79.3% of students receive financial aid.

Based on the provided data, the one-year earnings after graduation are approximately $3,800 more than the annual tuition cost. The five-year earnings are slightly higher than the one-year earnings, and the ten-year earnings show a more significant increase.

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

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

The Numbers

Annual Tuition (In-State)

$32,625

Median Debt at Graduation

$26,926

Median Earnings (5yr)

$37,077

Graduation Rate

61%

Receive Financial Aid

79%

Avg Aid Amount

N/A

Program-Level ROI

Program 4yr Cost Median Earnings (5yr) Est. 20yr ROI
Business Administration, Management and Operations $130,500 $53,696 187%
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods $130,500 $0 N/A
Religion/Religious Studies $130,500 $42,600 16%
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions $130,500 $0 N/A
Social Work $130,500 $37,129 -67%
Bible/Biblical Studies $130,500 $0 N/A
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology $130,500 $0 N/A
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas $130,500 $0 N/A
Psychology, General $130,500 $0 N/A
Educational Administration and Supervision $130,500 $0 N/A
Theological and Ministerial Studies $130,500 $0 N/A
Music $130,500 $0 N/A

Peer Comparison

Cairn University-Langhorne Current

-68%

20yr ROI

Wilson College

-62%

20yr ROI

Nazarene Bible College

6%

20yr ROI

Bethany College

-69%

20yr ROI

Southern Virginia University

-50%

20yr ROI

Financial Aid Impact

Before Aid

4-Year Tuition$130,500
Median Debt$26,926

After Aid (Estimated)

Estimated Total Aid$0
Net 4-Year Cost$130,500

Frequently Asked Questions

Based on government data, Cairn University-Langhorne has an estimated 20-year ROI of -68%. The total 4-year cost is $130,500 and graduates earn a median of $37,077 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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