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Jacksonville, NC · Private University

Is Coastal Carolina Community College Worth It?

ROI analysis based on real earnings and cost data

Strong ROIRanked #843 of 3,472 schools by ROI

Key Numbers

10-Year Earnings

$36,444

median, 10 years after enrollment

In-State Tuition

$2,462

per year

Out-of-State Tuition

$8,606

per year

Total 4-Year Cost

$34,424

tuition only (4 years)

ROI Ratio

4.24x

earnings ÷ annual tuition

Payback Period

23.8 yrs

years to recoup total cost

Avg Net Price

$7,779

after aid & scholarships

Earnings vs. Annual Cost

10-year median earnings compared to annual tuition

Median Earnings (10yr)$36,444
Annual Tuition$8,606
National Median Earnings$45,000

Coastal Carolina Community College graduates earn $8,556 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$7,436/yr
$30,000 – $48,000$7,411/yr
$48,000 – $75,000$8,555/yr
$75,000 – $110,000$6,965/yr

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

The Bottom Line

Coastal Carolina Community College stands out as a strong financial investment among U.S. colleges. Graduates earn $36,444 10 years after starting, $8,556 below the national median of $45,000. At the current earnings trajectory, it takes approximately 23.8 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.