Trine University-Regional/Non-Traditional Campuses
Comprehensive ROI analysis based on tuition costs, graduate earnings, financial aid, and long-term earning potential.
ROI Summary
Total 4-Year Cost
$38,304
In-state tuition x 4
Earnings Premium
$18,010/yr
vs high school diploma avg
Break-Even Point
2.1 years
After graduation
20-Year ROI
840%
Return on investment
The Numbers
Annual Tuition (In-State)
$9,576
Median Debt at Graduation
$25,000
Median Earnings (5yr)
$53,010
Graduation Rate
0%
Receive Financial Aid
18%
Avg Aid Amount
$0
Program-Level ROI
| Program | 4yr Cost | Median Earnings (5yr) | Est. 20yr ROI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | $38,304 | $67,555 | 1600% |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | $38,304 | $60,191 | 1215% |
| Information Science/Studies. | $38,304 | $0 | N/A |
| Psychology, General. | $38,304 | $39,713 | 146% |
| Engineering-Related Fields. | $38,304 | $0 | N/A |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | $38,304 | $40,250 | 174% |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | $38,304 | $46,903 | 522% |
| Accounting and Related Services. | $38,304 | $52,374 | 807% |
| Engineering-Related Fields. | $38,304 | $0 | N/A |
| Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | $38,304 | $75,195 | 1999% |
| Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians. | $38,304 | $0 | N/A |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | $38,304 | $0 | N/A |
Peer Comparison
840%
20yr ROI
153%
20yr ROI
117%
20yr ROI
916%
20yr ROI
38%
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.