College Unbound
Comprehensive ROI analysis based on tuition costs, graduate earnings, financial aid, and long-term earning potential.
ROI Summary
Total 4-Year Cost
$41,952
In-state tuition x 4
Earnings Premium
$-35,000/yr
vs high school diploma avg
Break-Even Point
N/A years
After graduation
20-Year ROI
-1769%
Return on investment
ROI Analysis
College Unbound's data indicates a challenging return on investment. The available data shows that one, five, and ten years after graduation, the median earnings are $0. The median debt for students is $12,500, and nearly half of the students receive financial aid.
Given the absence of reported earnings data, a debt-to-income ratio and a break-even timeline cannot be calculated. The data suggests that graduates may not be earning enough to offset their educational debt.
The college's retention rate is 57.1%, and the total student population is 398. The in-state tuition is $10,488.
Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data
The Numbers
Annual Tuition (In-State)
$10,488
Median Debt at Graduation
$12,500
Median Earnings (5yr)
$0
Graduation Rate
0%
Receive Financial Aid
50%
Avg Aid Amount
$0
Program-Level ROI
| Program | 4yr Cost | Median Earnings (5yr) | Est. 20yr ROI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | $41,952 | $0 | N/A |
Peer Comparison
Financial Aid Impact
Before Aid
After Aid (Estimated)
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.