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Overland Park, KS · Private University

Is Johnson County Community College Worth It?

ROI analysis based on real earnings and cost data

Strong ROIRanked #86 of 3,472 schools by ROI

Key Numbers

10-Year Earnings

$45,387

median, 10 years after enrollment

In-State Tuition

$2,328

per year

Out-of-State Tuition

$5,472

per year

Total 4-Year Cost

$21,888

tuition only (4 years)

ROI Ratio

8.29x

earnings ÷ annual tuition

Payback Period

2.1 yrs

years to recoup total cost

Median Debt

$8,750

at graduation

Avg Net Price

$13,912

after aid & scholarships

Earnings vs. Annual Cost

10-year median earnings compared to annual tuition

Median Earnings (10yr)$45,387
Annual Tuition$5,472
National Median Earnings$45,000

Johnson County Community College graduates earn $387 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$12,074/yr
$30,000 – $48,000$13,159/yr
$48,000 – $75,000$15,293/yr
$75,000 – $110,000$17,298/yr
Over $110,000$18,399/yr

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

The Bottom Line

Johnson County Community College stands out as a strong financial investment among U.S. colleges. Graduates earn $45,387 10 years after starting, $387 above the national median of $45,000. The investment pays for itself in roughly 2.1 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.