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Is Tohono O'odham Community College Worth It?

ROI analysis based on real earnings and cost data

Strong ROIRanked #3 of 3,472 schools by ROI

Key Numbers

10-Year Earnings

$39,229

median, 10 years after enrollment

In-State Tuition

$932

per year

Out-of-State Tuition

$932

per year

Total 4-Year Cost

$3,728

tuition only (4 years)

ROI Ratio

42.09x

earnings ÷ annual tuition

Payback Period

0.9 yrs

years to recoup total cost

Avg Net Price

$4,156

after aid & scholarships

Earnings vs. Annual Cost

10-year median earnings compared to annual tuition

Median Earnings (10yr)$39,229
Annual Tuition$932
National Median Earnings$45,000

Tohono O'odham Community College graduates earn $5,771 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$4,191/yr
$30,000 – $48,000$3,569/yr
$48,000 – $75,000$6,426/yr
$75,000 – $110,000$4,251/yr

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

The Bottom Line

Tohono O'odham Community College stands out as a strong financial investment among U.S. colleges. Graduates earn $39,229 10 years after starting, $5,771 below the national median of $45,000. The investment pays for itself in roughly 0.9 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.