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Mangilao, GU · Private University

Is Guam Community College Worth It?

ROI analysis based on real earnings and cost data

Strong ROIRanked #311 of 3,472 schools by ROI

Key Numbers

10-Year Earnings

$27,820

median, 10 years after enrollment

In-State Tuition

$3,414

per year

Out-of-State Tuition

$4,614

per year

Total 4-Year Cost

$18,456

tuition only (4 years)

ROI Ratio

6.03x

earnings ÷ annual tuition

Graduation Rate

22.4%

6-year graduation rate

Avg Net Price

$4,620

after aid & scholarships

Earnings vs. Annual Cost

10-year median earnings compared to annual tuition

Median Earnings (10yr)$27,820
Annual Tuition$4,614
National Median Earnings$45,000

Guam Community College graduates earn $17,180 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$3,964/yr
$30,000 – $48,000$4,938/yr
$48,000 – $75,000$6,060/yr
$75,000 – $110,000$6,271/yr
Over $110,000$9,870/yr

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

The Bottom Line

Guam Community College stands out as a strong financial investment among U.S. colleges. Graduates earn $27,820 10 years after starting, $17,180 below the national median of $45,000. In-state students pay $3,414/year, significantly less than the $4,614 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.