Georgia Gwinnett College
Comprehensive ROI analysis based on tuition costs, graduate earnings, financial aid, and long-term earning potential.
ROI Summary
Total 4-Year Cost
$17,832
In-state tuition x 4
Earnings Premium
$1,756/yr
vs high school diploma avg
Break-Even Point
10.2 years
After graduation
20-Year ROI
97%
Return on investment
The Numbers
Annual Tuition (In-State)
$4,458
Median Debt at Graduation
$20,076
Median Earnings (5yr)
$36,756
Graduation Rate
20%
Receive Financial Aid
25%
Avg Aid Amount
$0
Program-Level ROI
| Program | 4yr Cost | Median Earnings (5yr) | Est. 20yr ROI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business/Commerce, General. | $17,832 | $52,026 | 1810% |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | $17,832 | $67,572 | 3553% |
| Biology, General. | $17,832 | $43,855 | 893% |
| Psychology, General. | $17,832 | $42,413 | 731% |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | $17,832 | $44,774 | 996% |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | $17,832 | $0 | N/A |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | $17,832 | $0 | N/A |
| Health and Physical Education/Fitness. | $17,832 | $0 | N/A |
| English Language and Literature, General. | $17,832 | $0 | N/A |
| History. | $17,832 | $0 | N/A |
| Special Education and Teaching. | $17,832 | $46,788 | 1222% |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | $17,832 | $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.