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Fort Yates, ND · Private University

Is Sitting Bull College Worth It?

ROI analysis based on real earnings and cost data

Strong ROIRanked #182 of 3,472 schools by ROI

Key Numbers

10-Year Earnings

$28,488

median, 10 years after enrollment

In-State Tuition

$4,010

per year

Out-of-State Tuition

$4,010

per year

Total 4-Year Cost

$16,040

tuition only (4 years)

ROI Ratio

7.10x

earnings ÷ annual tuition

Graduation Rate

23.9%

6-year graduation rate

Avg Net Price

$3,455

after aid & scholarships

Earnings vs. Annual Cost

10-year median earnings compared to annual tuition

Median Earnings (10yr)$28,488
Annual Tuition$4,010
National Median Earnings$45,000

Sitting Bull College graduates earn $16,512 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$3,351/yr
$30,000 – $48,000$2,802/yr
$48,000 – $75,000$3,580/yr
$75,000 – $110,000$9,566/yr

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

The Bottom Line

Sitting Bull College stands out as a strong financial investment among U.S. colleges. Graduates earn $28,488 10 years after starting, $16,512 below the national median of $45,000. In-state students pay $4,010/year, significantly less than the $4,010 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.