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Appleton, WI · Private University

Is Fox Valley Technical College Worth It?

ROI analysis based on real earnings and cost data

Strong ROIRanked #257 of 3,472 schools by ROI

Key Numbers

10-Year Earnings

$45,684

median, 10 years after enrollment

In-State Tuition

$4,916

per year

Out-of-State Tuition

$7,109

per year

Total 4-Year Cost

$28,436

tuition only (4 years)

ROI Ratio

6.43x

earnings ÷ annual tuition

Payback Period

2.7 yrs

years to recoup total cost

Median Debt

$10,402

at graduation

Avg Net Price

$10,910

after aid & scholarships

Earnings vs. Annual Cost

10-year median earnings compared to annual tuition

Median Earnings (10yr)$45,684
Annual Tuition$7,109
National Median Earnings$45,000

Fox Valley Technical College graduates earn $684 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$8,559/yr
$30,000 – $48,000$8,609/yr
$48,000 – $75,000$12,347/yr
$75,000 – $110,000$14,816/yr
Over $110,000$15,456/yr

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

The Bottom Line

Fox Valley Technical College stands out as a strong financial investment among U.S. colleges. Graduates earn $45,684 10 years after starting, $684 above the national median of $45,000. The investment pays for itself in roughly 2.7 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.