Villanova University
Comprehensive ROI analysis based on tuition costs, graduate earnings, financial aid, and long-term earning potential.
ROI Summary
Total 4-Year Cost
$258,804
In-state tuition x 4
Earnings Premium
$49,905/yr
vs high school diploma avg
Break-Even Point
5.2 years
After graduation
20-Year ROI
286%
Return on investment
ROI Analysis
One year after graduation, Villanova University graduates earn a median salary of $76,711. The median debt for graduates is $25,874. The annual tuition cost is $64,701.
Five years after graduation, the median salary is $84,905. Ten years after graduation, the median salary increases to $100,423. 36.6% of students receive financial aid.
Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data
The Numbers
Annual Tuition (In-State)
$64,701
Median Debt at Graduation
$25,874
Median Earnings (5yr)
$84,905
Graduation Rate
92%
Receive Financial Aid
37%
Avg Aid Amount
$0
Program-Level ROI
| Program | 4yr Cost | Median Earnings (5yr) | Est. 20yr ROI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | $258,804 | $142,263 | 729% |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | $258,804 | $110,166 | 481% |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | $258,804 | $87,471 | 305% |
| Law. | $258,804 | $94,303 | 358% |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods. | $258,804 | $0 | N/A |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | $258,804 | $97,803 | 385% |
| Communication and Media Studies. | $258,804 | $61,471 | 105% |
| Economics. | $258,804 | $88,087 | 310% |
| Accounting and Related Services. | $258,804 | $91,268 | 335% |
| Political Science and Government. | $258,804 | $72,272 | 188% |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods. | $258,804 | $0 | N/A |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | $258,804 | $0 | N/A |
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.