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Is Oglala Lakota College Worth It?

ROI analysis based on real earnings and cost data

Strong ROIRanked #78 of 3,472 schools by ROI

Key Numbers

10-Year Earnings

$22,517

median, 10 years after enrollment

In-State Tuition

$2,684

per year

Out-of-State Tuition

$2,684

per year

Total 4-Year Cost

$10,736

tuition only (4 years)

ROI Ratio

8.39x

earnings ÷ annual tuition

Graduation Rate

11.5%

6-year graduation rate

Avg Net Price

$2,065

after aid & scholarships

Earnings vs. Annual Cost

10-year median earnings compared to annual tuition

Median Earnings (10yr)$22,517
Annual Tuition$2,684
National Median Earnings$45,000

Oglala Lakota College graduates earn $22,483 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$2,188/yr
$30,000 – $48,000$-686/yr
$48,000 – $75,000$5,749/yr

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

The Bottom Line

Oglala Lakota College stands out as a strong financial investment among U.S. colleges. Graduates earn $22,517 10 years after starting, $22,483 below the national median of $45,000. In-state students pay $2,684/year, significantly less than the $2,684 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.