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Pago Pago, AS · Private University

Is American Samoa Community College Worth It?

ROI analysis based on real earnings and cost data

Strong ROIRanked #499 of 3,472 schools by ROI

Key Numbers

10-Year Earnings

$30,087

median, 10 years after enrollment

In-State Tuition

$5,460

per year

Out-of-State Tuition

$5,760

per year

Total 4-Year Cost

$23,040

tuition only (4 years)

ROI Ratio

5.22x

earnings ÷ annual tuition

Graduation Rate

47.7%

6-year graduation rate

Avg Net Price

$4,812

after aid & scholarships

Earnings vs. Annual Cost

10-year median earnings compared to annual tuition

Median Earnings (10yr)$30,087
Annual Tuition$5,760
National Median Earnings$45,000

American Samoa Community College graduates earn $14,913 less than the national median of workers with any education level.

What You'd Actually Pay

Average net price after grants and scholarships, by family income

Under $30,000$4,879/yr
$30,000 – $48,000$3,811/yr
$48,000 – $75,000$4,989/yr
$75,000 – $110,000$4,439/yr
Over $110,000$8,560/yr

Source: IPEDS net price data. Actual costs vary based on individual financial circumstances.

The Bottom Line

American Samoa Community College stands out as a strong financial investment among U.S. colleges. Graduates earn $30,087 10 years after starting, $14,913 below the national median of $45,000. In-state students pay $5,460/year, significantly less than the $5,760 out-of-state rate, which substantially improves the ROI picture for state residents.

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Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Tuition data from IPEDS. ROI calculations are for informational purposes only and reflect median outcomes.