University of Washington-Tacoma Campus
Comprehensive ROI analysis based on tuition costs, graduate earnings, financial aid, and long-term earning potential.
ROI Summary
Total 4-Year Cost
$51,268
In-state tuition x 4
Earnings Premium
$27,979/yr
vs high school diploma avg
Break-Even Point
1.8 years
After graduation
20-Year ROI
991%
Return on investment
The Numbers
Annual Tuition (In-State)
$12,817
Median Debt at Graduation
$14,615
Median Earnings (5yr)
$62,979
Graduation Rate
59%
Receive Financial Aid
30%
Avg Aid Amount
$0
Program-Level ROI
| Program | 4yr Cost | Median Earnings (5yr) | Est. 20yr ROI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | $51,268 | $102,611 | 2538% |
| Psychology, General. | $51,268 | $50,049 | 487% |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | $51,268 | $67,626 | 1173% |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | $51,268 | $171,868 | 5239% |
| Communication and Media Studies. | $51,268 | $58,097 | 801% |
| Accounting and Related Services. | $51,268 | $76,793 | 1530% |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | $51,268 | $49,755 | 476% |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | $51,268 | $94,385 | 2217% |
| Biology, General. | $51,268 | $53,261 | 612% |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | $51,268 | $84,469 | 1830% |
| Social Work. | $51,268 | $63,960 | 1030% |
| Social Sciences, Other. | $51,268 | $54,814 | 673% |
Peer Comparison
991%
20yr ROI
1007%
20yr ROI
1014%
20yr ROI
458%
20yr ROI
1240%
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.