Lawrence University
Comprehensive ROI analysis based on tuition costs, graduate earnings, financial aid, and long-term earning potential.
ROI Summary
Total 4-Year Cost
$221,844
In-state tuition x 4
Earnings Premium
$5,653/yr
vs high school diploma avg
Break-Even Point
39.2 years
After graduation
20-Year ROI
-49%
Return on investment
ROI Analysis
Lawrence University's in-state tuition is $55,461. One year after graduation, alumni earn $26,884. Five years after graduation, earnings increase to $40,653, and ten years after graduation, earnings are $55,789. The median debt for graduates is $26,000.
The data does not provide enough information to calculate a debt-to-income ratio or a break-even timeline. The provided data does not include information about the cost of living or other expenses.
Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data
The Numbers
Annual Tuition (In-State)
$55,461
Median Debt at Graduation
$26,000
Median Earnings (5yr)
$40,653
Graduation Rate
77%
Receive Financial Aid
60%
Avg Aid Amount
$0
Program-Level ROI
| Program | 4yr Cost | Median Earnings (5yr) | Est. 20yr ROI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Music. | $221,844 | $33,401 | N/A |
| Economics. | $221,844 | $71,696 | 231% |
| Psychology, General. | $221,844 | $34,933 | N/A |
| Biology, General. | $221,844 | $24,155 | N/A |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | $221,844 | $0 | N/A |
| English Language and Literature, General. | $221,844 | $38,780 | -66% |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | $221,844 | $24,421 | N/A |
| Mathematics. | $221,844 | $0 | N/A |
| Political Science and Government. | $221,844 | $39,224 | -62% |
| Chemistry. | $221,844 | $0 | N/A |
| Physics. | $221,844 | $0 | N/A |
| Film/Video and Photographic Arts. | $221,844 | $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.