The University of Texas at Arlington
Comprehensive ROI analysis based on tuition costs, graduate earnings, financial aid, and long-term earning potential.
ROI Summary
Total 4-Year Cost
$46,912
In-state tuition x 4
Earnings Premium
$25,902/yr
vs high school diploma avg
Break-Even Point
1.8 years
After graduation
20-Year ROI
1004%
Return on investment
The Numbers
Annual Tuition (In-State)
$11,728
Median Debt at Graduation
$17,527
Median Earnings (5yr)
$60,902
Graduation Rate
55%
Receive Financial Aid
33%
Avg Aid Amount
$0
Program-Level ROI
| Program | 4yr Cost | Median Earnings (5yr) | Est. 20yr ROI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | $46,912 | $83,895 | 1985% |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | $46,912 | $115,905 | 3349% |
| Social Work. | $46,912 | $53,225 | 677% |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | $46,912 | $100,029 | 2672% |
| Curriculum and Instruction. | $46,912 | $58,367 | 896% |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | $46,912 | $0 | N/A |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | $46,912 | $54,961 | 751% |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | $46,912 | $49,603 | 523% |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | $46,912 | $59,313 | 937% |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | $46,912 | $62,465 | 1071% |
| Biology, General. | $46,912 | $49,296 | 509% |
| Marketing. | $46,912 | $53,694 | 697% |
Peer Comparison
1004%
20yr ROI
1009%
20yr ROI
1193%
20yr ROI
1349%
20yr ROI
669%
20yr ROI
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.