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McKinney, TX · Private University

Is Collin County Community College District Worth It?

ROI analysis based on real earnings and cost data

Strong ROIRanked #69 of 3,472 schools by ROI

Key Numbers

10-Year Earnings

$48,701

median, 10 years after enrollment

In-State Tuition

$1,864

per year

Out-of-State Tuition

$5,614

per year

Total 4-Year Cost

$22,456

tuition only (4 years)

ROI Ratio

8.68x

earnings ÷ annual tuition

Payback Period

1.6 yrs

years to recoup total cost

Graduation Rate

21.8%

6-year graduation rate

Median Debt

$7,500

at graduation

Avg Net Price

$8,986

after aid & scholarships

Earnings vs. Annual Cost

10-year median earnings compared to annual tuition

Median Earnings (10yr)$48,701
Annual Tuition$5,614
National Median Earnings$45,000

Collin County Community College District graduates earn $3,701 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$7,260/yr
$30,000 – $48,000$8,333/yr
$48,000 – $75,000$10,449/yr
$75,000 – $110,000$12,967/yr
Over $110,000$14,142/yr

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

The Bottom Line

Collin County Community College District stands out as a strong financial investment among U.S. colleges. Graduates earn $48,701 10 years after starting, $3,701 above the national median of $45,000. The investment pays for itself in roughly 1.6 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.