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Taft, CA · Private University

Is Taft College Worth It?

ROI analysis based on real earnings and cost data

Strong ROIRanked #828 of 3,472 schools by ROI

Key Numbers

10-Year Earnings

$38,861

median, 10 years after enrollment

In-State Tuition

$1,108

per year

Out-of-State Tuition

$9,076

per year

Total 4-Year Cost

$36,304

tuition only (4 years)

ROI Ratio

4.28x

earnings ÷ annual tuition

Payback Period

9.4 yrs

years to recoup total cost

Avg Net Price

$2,699

after aid & scholarships

Earnings vs. Annual Cost

10-year median earnings compared to annual tuition

Median Earnings (10yr)$38,861
Annual Tuition$9,076
National Median Earnings$45,000

Taft College graduates earn $6,139 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$2,182/yr
$30,000 – $48,000$2,000/yr
$48,000 – $75,000$4,518/yr
$75,000 – $110,000$8,225/yr

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

The Bottom Line

Taft College stands out as a strong financial investment among U.S. colleges. Graduates earn $38,861 10 years after starting, $6,139 below the national median of $45,000. Graduates typically break even on their investment within 9.4 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.