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Beeville, TX · Private University

Is Coastal Bend College Worth It?

ROI analysis based on real earnings and cost data

Strong ROIRanked #222 of 3,472 schools by ROI

Key Numbers

10-Year Earnings

$35,086

median, 10 years after enrollment

In-State Tuition

$2,933

per year

Out-of-State Tuition

$5,243

per year

Total 4-Year Cost

$20,972

tuition only (4 years)

ROI Ratio

6.69x

earnings ÷ annual tuition

Payback Period

243.9 yrs

years to recoup total cost

Median Debt

$7,445

at graduation

Avg Net Price

$3,886

after aid & scholarships

Earnings vs. Annual Cost

10-year median earnings compared to annual tuition

Median Earnings (10yr)$35,086
Annual Tuition$5,243
National Median Earnings$45,000

Coastal Bend College graduates earn $9,914 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$2,627/yr
$30,000 – $48,000$3,366/yr
$48,000 – $75,000$5,762/yr
$75,000 – $110,000$9,158/yr
Over $110,000$9,469/yr

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

The Bottom Line

Coastal Bend College stands out as a strong financial investment among U.S. colleges. Graduates earn $35,086 10 years after starting, $9,914 below the national median of $45,000. At the current earnings trajectory, it takes approximately 243.9 years to recover the total cost of attendance.

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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.