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Is Copiah-Lincoln Community College Worth It?

ROI analysis based on real earnings and cost data

Strong ROIRanked #275 of 3,472 schools by ROI

Key Numbers

10-Year Earnings

$31,241

median, 10 years after enrollment

In-State Tuition

$4,000

per year

Out-of-State Tuition

$5,000

per year

Total 4-Year Cost

$20,000

tuition only (4 years)

ROI Ratio

6.25x

earnings ÷ annual tuition

Median Debt

$7,435

at graduation

Avg Net Price

$3,472

after aid & scholarships

Earnings vs. Annual Cost

10-year median earnings compared to annual tuition

Median Earnings (10yr)$31,241
Annual Tuition$5,000
National Median Earnings$45,000

Copiah-Lincoln Community College graduates earn $13,759 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$2,732/yr
$30,000 – $48,000$2,663/yr
$48,000 – $75,000$6,562/yr
$75,000 – $110,000$6,882/yr
Over $110,000$10,264/yr

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

The Bottom Line

Copiah-Lincoln Community College stands out as a strong financial investment among U.S. colleges. Graduates earn $31,241 10 years after starting, $13,759 below the national median of $45,000. In-state students pay $4,000/year, significantly less than the $5,000 out-of-state rate, which substantially improves the ROI picture for state residents.

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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.