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Arkansas City, KS · Private University

Is Cowley County Community College Worth It?

ROI analysis based on real earnings and cost data

Strong ROIRanked #303 of 3,472 schools by ROI

Key Numbers

10-Year Earnings

$37,723

median, 10 years after enrollment

In-State Tuition

$4,350

per year

Out-of-State Tuition

$6,150

per year

Total 4-Year Cost

$24,600

tuition only (4 years)

ROI Ratio

6.13x

earnings ÷ annual tuition

Payback Period

9 yrs

years to recoup total cost

Median Debt

$8,000

at graduation

Avg Net Price

$6,752

after aid & scholarships

Earnings vs. Annual Cost

10-year median earnings compared to annual tuition

Median Earnings (10yr)$37,723
Annual Tuition$6,150
National Median Earnings$45,000

Cowley County Community College graduates earn $7,277 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$5,702/yr
$30,000 – $48,000$5,316/yr
$48,000 – $75,000$7,691/yr
$75,000 – $110,000$9,327/yr
Over $110,000$10,731/yr

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

The Bottom Line

Cowley County Community College stands out as a strong financial investment among U.S. colleges. Graduates earn $37,723 10 years after starting, $7,277 below the national median of $45,000. Graduates typically break even on their investment within 9 years, a reasonable timeline.

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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.