Return on Investment Analysis

Gallaudet University ROI Analysis

Q: How long does it take to break even on a Gallaudet University degree?

The estimated break-even point for a degree from Gallaudet University is 46.6 years after graduation, based on the earnings premium over a high school diploma.

Q: What is the total cost of attending Gallaudet University?

The estimated 4-year in-state tuition cost at Gallaudet University is $73,528 ($18,382 per year). 41% of students receive financial aid.

Q: What do Gallaudet University graduates earn?

The median earnings for Gallaudet University graduates 5 years after enrollment is $36,578. This is $1,578 above the national average for high school diploma holders.

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

ROI Summary

Total 4-Year Cost

$73,528

In-state tuition x 4

Earnings Premium

$1,578/yr

above high school diploma avg

Break-Even Point

46.6 years

After graduation

20-Year ROI

-57%

Return on investment

ROI Analysis

Gallaudet University's in-state tuition is $18,382. One year after graduation, alumni earn $32,840. Five years after graduation, earnings increase to $36,578, and after ten years, earnings reach $43,101. The median debt for graduates is $18,000.

The debt-to-income ratio can be calculated by dividing the median debt by the one-year earnings. This results in a debt-to-income ratio of approximately 0.55.

To calculate the break-even timeline, divide the median debt by the difference between the one-year earnings and the tuition cost. This results in a break-even timeline of approximately 2.5 years.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

The Numbers

Annual Tuition (In-State)

$18,382

Median Debt at Graduation

$18,000

Median Earnings (5yr)

$36,578

Graduation Rate

45%

Receive Financial Aid

41%

Avg Aid Amount

N/A

Program-Level ROI

Program	4yr Cost	Median Earnings (5yr)	Est. 20yr ROI
American Sign Language	$73,528	$67,993	797%
Communication Disorders Sciences and Services	$73,528	$75,360	998%
Social Work	$73,528	$58,392	536%
Business Administration, Management and Operations	$73,528	$0	N/A
Communication and Media Studies	$73,528	$0	N/A
Special Education and Teaching	$73,528	$0	N/A
Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies	$73,528	$0	N/A
Psychology, General	$73,528	$0	N/A
Health and Physical Education/Fitness	$73,528	$31,577	N/A
Visual and Performing Arts, General	$73,528	$0	N/A
Computer and Information Sciences, General	$73,528	$0	N/A
International/Global Studies	$73,528	$0	N/A

Peer Comparison

Gallaudet University Current

-57%

20yr ROI

Strayer University-District of Columbia

-43%

20yr ROI

Strayer University-Global Region

-43%

20yr ROI

University of the Southwest

-52%

20yr ROI

Union Commonwealth University

-75%

20yr ROI

Financial Aid Impact

Before Aid

4-Year Tuition$73,528

Median Debt$18,000

After Aid (Estimated)

Estimated Total Aid$0

Net 4-Year Cost$73,528

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gallaudet University worth the cost?

Based on government data, Gallaudet University has an estimated 20-year ROI of -57%. The total 4-year cost is $73,528 and graduates earn a median of $36,578 within 5 years.

How long does it take to break even on a Gallaudet University degree?

What is the total cost of attending Gallaudet University?

What do Gallaudet University graduates earn?

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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