Elon University
Comprehensive ROI analysis based on tuition costs, graduate earnings, financial aid, and long-term earning potential.
ROI Summary
Total 4-Year Cost
$178,144
In-state tuition x 4
Earnings Premium
$23,082/yr
vs high school diploma avg
Break-Even Point
7.7 years
After graduation
20-Year ROI
159%
Return on investment
ROI Analysis
One year after graduation, Elon University graduates earn a median of $45,880. Five years after graduation, earnings increase to $58,082, and ten years after graduation, earnings reach $74,545. The in-state tuition cost is $44,536. The median debt for graduates is $20,500, and 24.5% of students receive financial aid.
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)
$44,536
Median Debt at Graduation
$20,500
Median Earnings (5yr)
$58,082
Graduation Rate
83%
Receive Financial Aid
25%
Avg Aid Amount
$0
Program-Level ROI
| Program | 4yr Cost | Median Earnings (5yr) | Est. 20yr ROI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | $178,144 | $87,590 | 490% |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication. | $178,144 | $0 | N/A |
| Marketing. | $178,144 | $75,472 | 354% |
| Law. | $178,144 | $66,563 | 254% |
| Psychology, General. | $178,144 | $48,045 | 46% |
| Radio, Television, and Digital Communication. | $178,144 | $0 | N/A |
| Political Science and Government. | $178,144 | $67,059 | 260% |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | $178,144 | $0 | N/A |
| Public Health. | $178,144 | $45,011 | 12% |
| Accounting and Related Services. | $178,144 | $87,359 | 488% |
| Health and Physical Education/Fitness. | $178,144 | $55,945 | 135% |
| International/Global Studies. | $178,144 | $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.