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Glendora, CA · Private University

Is Citrus College Worth It?

ROI analysis based on real earnings and cost data

Strong ROIRanked #830 of 3,472 schools by ROI

Key Numbers

10-Year Earnings

$42,065

median, 10 years after enrollment

In-State Tuition

$1,204

per year

Out-of-State Tuition

$9,844

per year

Total 4-Year Cost

$39,376

tuition only (4 years)

ROI Ratio

4.27x

earnings ÷ annual tuition

Payback Period

5.6 yrs

years to recoup total cost

Median Debt

$7,851

at graduation

Avg Net Price

$3,800

after aid & scholarships

Earnings vs. Annual Cost

10-year median earnings compared to annual tuition

Median Earnings (10yr)$42,065
Annual Tuition$9,844
National Median Earnings$45,000

Citrus College graduates earn $2,935 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$2,561/yr
$30,000 – $48,000$2,401/yr
$48,000 – $75,000$6,611/yr
$75,000 – $110,000$8,151/yr
Over $110,000$10,545/yr

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

The Bottom Line

Citrus College stands out as a strong financial investment among U.S. colleges. Graduates earn $42,065 10 years after starting, $2,935 below the national median of $45,000. The investment pays for itself in roughly 5.6 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.