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Devils Lake, ND · Private University

Is Lake Region State College Worth It?

ROI analysis based on real earnings and cost data

Strong ROIRanked #55 of 3,472 schools by ROI

Key Numbers

10-Year Earnings

$49,502

median, 10 years after enrollment

In-State Tuition

$5,478

per year

Out-of-State Tuition

$5,478

per year

Total 4-Year Cost

$21,912

tuition only (4 years)

ROI Ratio

9.04x

earnings ÷ annual tuition

Payback Period

1.5 yrs

years to recoup total cost

Median Debt

$10,293

at graduation

Avg Net Price

$10,989

after aid & scholarships

Earnings vs. Annual Cost

10-year median earnings compared to annual tuition

Median Earnings (10yr)$49,502
Annual Tuition$5,478
National Median Earnings$45,000

Lake Region State College graduates earn $4,502 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$6,663/yr
$30,000 – $48,000$7,867/yr
$48,000 – $75,000$11,297/yr
$75,000 – $110,000$13,438/yr
Over $110,000$14,249/yr

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

The Bottom Line

Lake Region State College stands out as a strong financial investment among U.S. colleges. Graduates earn $49,502 10 years after starting, $4,502 above the national median of $45,000. The investment pays for itself in roughly 1.5 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.