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Is Your Dream School Worth It?

Calculate the true return on investment for any US college or university.

Your Numbers

Annual Tuition ($)

Financial Aid / Scholarships ($)

Years of Study

Expected Starting Salary ($)

Expected Salary Growth: 3%/year

Total Cost of Education

$200,000

10-Year Estimated Earnings

$745,152

10-Year ROI

273%

Positive return on investment

Break-Even Point

3 years

Time to recoup your investment

Estimated Monthly Loan Payment

$2,121

10-year repayment at 5% interest

vs High School Diploma (10yr)

+$233,274

HS 10yr earnings: $511,878

This calculator provides estimates for educational purposes only. Actual costs and earnings may vary significantly. High school salary based on BLS median ($46,748). Loan calculation assumes 10-year term at 5% interest.

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