St Bonaventure University
Comprehensive ROI analysis based on tuition costs, graduate earnings, financial aid, and long-term earning potential.
ROI Summary
Total 4-Year Cost
$160,600
In-state tuition x 4
Earnings Premium
$13,559/yr
vs high school diploma avg
Break-Even Point
11.8 years
After graduation
20-Year ROI
69%
Return on investment
ROI Analysis
One year after graduation, St. Bonaventure University graduates earn a median of $41,627. The median debt for graduates is $26,000. The in-state tuition is $40,150.
Five years after graduation, the median earnings increase to $48,559. Ten years after graduation, the median earnings are $57,214. The school has an 81.5% acceptance rate and a 71.7% graduation rate. 92.1% of students receive financial aid.
Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data
The Numbers
Annual Tuition (In-State)
$40,150
Median Debt at Graduation
$26,000
Median Earnings (5yr)
$48,559
Graduation Rate
72%
Receive Financial Aid
92%
Avg Aid Amount
$0
Program-Level ROI
| Program | 4yr Cost | Median Earnings (5yr) | Est. 20yr ROI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | $160,600 | $73,847 | 384% |
| Journalism. | $160,600 | $58,162 | 188% |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | $160,600 | $68,874 | 322% |
| Marketing. | $160,600 | $52,568 | 119% |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | $160,600 | $0 | N/A |
| Psychology, General. | $160,600 | $45,343 | 29% |
| Radio, Television, and Digital Communication. | $160,600 | $58,312 | 190% |
| Accounting and Related Services. | $160,600 | $60,698 | 220% |
| Journalism. | $160,600 | $47,036 | 50% |
| Accounting and Related Services. | $160,600 | $0 | N/A |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services. | $160,600 | $47,029 | 50% |
| Sociology. | $160,600 | $46,681 | 45% |
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.