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Bothell, WA · Private University

Is Cascadia College Worth It?

ROI analysis based on real earnings and cost data

Strong ROIRanked #545 of 3,472 schools by ROI

Key Numbers

10-Year Earnings

$54,133

median, 10 years after enrollment

In-State Tuition

$4,914

per year

Out-of-State Tuition

$10,864

per year

Total 4-Year Cost

$43,456

tuition only (4 years)

ROI Ratio

4.98x

earnings ÷ annual tuition

Payback Period

2.3 yrs

years to recoup total cost

Graduation Rate

41.2%

6-year graduation rate

Median Debt

$6,368

at graduation

Avg Net Price

$12,612

after aid & scholarships

Earnings vs. Annual Cost

10-year median earnings compared to annual tuition

Median Earnings (10yr)$54,133
Annual Tuition$10,864
National Median Earnings$45,000

Cascadia College graduates earn $9,133 more 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$11,810/yr
$30,000 – $48,000$9,740/yr
$48,000 – $75,000$13,083/yr
$75,000 – $110,000$15,916/yr
Over $110,000$19,000/yr

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

The Bottom Line

Cascadia College stands out as a strong financial investment among U.S. colleges. Graduates earn $54,133 10 years after starting, $9,133 above the national median of $45,000. The investment pays for itself in roughly 2.3 years, faster than most colleges.

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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.