Thomas More College of Liberal Arts
Comprehensive ROI analysis based on tuition costs, graduate earnings, financial aid, and long-term earning potential.
ROI Summary
Total 4-Year Cost
$117,200
In-state tuition x 4
Earnings Premium
$5,173/yr
vs high school diploma avg
Break-Even Point
22.7 years
After graduation
20-Year ROI
-12%
Return on investment
ROI Analysis
One year after graduation, Thomas More College of Liberal Arts graduates earn a median salary of $33,383, which is slightly higher than the in-state tuition cost of $29,300. Five years after graduation, earnings increase to $40,173, and ten years after, they reach $53,565. The median debt for graduates is $25,000, and 87.4% of students receive financial aid.
The debt-to-income ratio for graduates is approximately 0.75 based on the one-year earnings and median debt. This ratio suggests that graduates' debt is manageable relative to their early-career earnings.
Based on the provided data, the break-even point, or the time it takes for graduates to earn back their tuition cost, is less than one year. This calculation is based on the difference between the one-year earnings and the tuition cost.
Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data
The Numbers
Annual Tuition (In-State)
$29,300
Median Debt at Graduation
$25,000
Median Earnings (5yr)
$40,173
Graduation Rate
67%
Receive Financial Aid
87%
Avg Aid Amount
$0
Program-Level ROI
| Program | 4yr Cost | Median Earnings (5yr) | Est. 20yr ROI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | $117,200 | $0 | N/A |
Peer Comparison
-12%
20yr ROI
-33%
20yr ROI
-11%
20yr ROI
-10%
20yr ROI
-21%
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.