West Texas A & M University
Comprehensive ROI analysis based on tuition costs, graduate earnings, financial aid, and long-term earning potential.
ROI Summary
Total 4-Year Cost
$36,404
In-state tuition x 4
Earnings Premium
$9,399/yr
vs high school diploma avg
Break-Even Point
3.9 years
After graduation
20-Year ROI
416%
Return on investment
The Numbers
Annual Tuition (In-State)
$9,101
Median Debt at Graduation
$19,500
Median Earnings (5yr)
$44,399
Graduation Rate
46%
Receive Financial Aid
38%
Avg Aid Amount
$0
Program-Level ROI
| Program | 4yr Cost | Median Earnings (5yr) | Est. 20yr ROI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | $36,404 | $0 | N/A |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | $36,404 | $45,509 | 477% |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | $36,404 | $44,487 | 421% |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | $36,404 | $72,915 | 1983% |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | $36,404 | $51,645 | 814% |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | $36,404 | $46,139 | 512% |
| Biology, General. | $36,404 | $40,947 | 227% |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | $36,404 | $0 | N/A |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | $36,404 | $0 | N/A |
| Health and Physical Education/Fitness. | $36,404 | $49,191 | 680% |
| Plant Sciences. | $36,404 | $0 | N/A |
| Marketing. | $36,404 | $52,388 | 855% |
Peer Comparison
416%
20yr ROI
337%
20yr ROI
48%
20yr ROI
698%
20yr ROI
560%
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.