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Project Cost of College (4 years)*
Source: The College Board, “Trends in College Pricing,” 2022
*Includes tuition, fees, and room and board. Assumes an average college cost inflation rate of 5%.
Value of a College Degree
Today’s job market is more competitive than ever before, placing a premium on a college degree. Higher education provides an edge while opening up more career options and increasing earning potential. In fact, lifetime earnings for those with a college education can add up to more than a million dollars in additional income.
Median Weekly Earnings of Full-Time Workers
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Economic News Release (3rd Quarter 2023 Averages —October 18, 2023)