York University
Comprehensive ROI analysis based on tuition costs, graduate earnings, financial aid, and long-term earning potential.
ROI Summary
Total 4-Year Cost
$86,400
In-state tuition x 4
Earnings Premium
$1,447/yr
vs high school diploma avg
Break-Even Point
59.7 years
After graduation
20-Year ROI
-67%
Return on investment
ROI Analysis
York University's annual tuition is $21,600. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $35,975, increasing to $36,447 after five years, and $44,130 after ten years. The median debt for graduates is $21,500.
The debt-to-income ratio, comparing the median debt to the one-year earnings, is approximately 0.6. With a median debt of $21,500 and a one-year salary of $35,975, the break-even point, where earnings equal the cost of tuition, is reached in approximately 0.6 years.
Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data
The Numbers
Annual Tuition (In-State)
$21,600
Median Debt at Graduation
$21,500
Median Earnings (5yr)
$36,447
Graduation Rate
40%
Receive Financial Aid
71%
Avg Aid Amount
$0
Program-Level ROI
| Program | 4yr Cost | Median Earnings (5yr) | Est. 20yr ROI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | $86,400 | $0 | N/A |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | $86,400 | $0 | N/A |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | $86,400 | $0 | N/A |
| Psychology, General. | $86,400 | $0 | N/A |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | $86,400 | $0 | N/A |
| Biology, General. | $86,400 | $0 | N/A |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | $86,400 | $0 | N/A |
| Bible/Biblical Studies. | $86,400 | $0 | N/A |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | $86,400 | $0 | N/A |
| Communication and Media Studies. | $86,400 | $0 | N/A |
| Accounting and Related Services. | $86,400 | $0 | N/A |
| Curriculum and Instruction. | $86,400 | $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.