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Aurora, CO · Private University

Is Pickens Technical College Worth It?

ROI analysis based on real earnings and cost data

Strong ROIRanked #639 of 3,472 schools by ROI

Key Numbers

10-Year Earnings

$39,210

median, 10 years after enrollment

In-State Tuition

$4,930

per year

Out-of-State Tuition

$8,330

per year

Total 4-Year Cost

$33,320

tuition only (4 years)

ROI Ratio

4.71x

earnings ÷ annual tuition

Payback Period

7.9 yrs

years to recoup total cost

Avg Net Price

$7,055

after aid & scholarships

Earnings vs. Annual Cost

10-year median earnings compared to annual tuition

Median Earnings (10yr)$39,210
Annual Tuition$8,330
National Median Earnings$45,000

Pickens Technical College graduates earn $5,790 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$4,655/yr
$30,000 – $48,000$3,821/yr
$48,000 – $75,000$10,150/yr
$75,000 – $110,000$10,806/yr

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

The Bottom Line

Pickens Technical College stands out as a strong financial investment among U.S. colleges. Graduates earn $39,210 10 years after starting, $5,790 below the national median of $45,000. Graduates typically break even on their investment within 7.9 years, a reasonable timeline.

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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.