Middlebury College
Comprehensive ROI analysis based on tuition costs, graduate earnings, financial aid, and long-term earning potential.
ROI Summary
Total 4-Year Cost
$261,120
In-state tuition x 4
Earnings Premium
$22,291/yr
vs high school diploma avg
Break-Even Point
11.7 years
After graduation
20-Year ROI
71%
Return on investment
The Numbers
Annual Tuition (In-State)
$65,280
Median Debt at Graduation
$13,857
Median Earnings (5yr)
$57,291
Graduation Rate
93%
Receive Financial Aid
23%
Avg Aid Amount
$0
Program-Level ROI
| Program | 4yr Cost | Median Earnings (5yr) | Est. 20yr ROI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economics. | $261,120 | $125,751 | 595% |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | $261,120 | $57,147 | 70% |
| English Language and Literature, General. | $261,120 | $0 | N/A |
| Political Science and Government. | $261,120 | $67,080 | 146% |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | $261,120 | $0 | N/A |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | $261,120 | $0 | N/A |
| Neurobiology and Neurosciences. | $261,120 | $46,749 | -10% |
| Research and Experimental Psychology. | $261,120 | $0 | N/A |
| Mathematics. | $261,120 | $0 | N/A |
| History. | $261,120 | $0 | N/A |
| International Relations and National Security Studies. | $261,120 | $84,567 | 280% |
| Sociology. | $261,120 | $52,425 | 33% |
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.