College ROI Blog
Data-driven analysis of college ROI using Department of Education earnings and debt data. Make informed decisions about your education investment.
April 6, 2026
Trade School vs College ROI: Which Pays Off Faster?
Data comparison of trade school vs 4-year college return on investment. Apprenticeships cost $0-$10K in debt vs $28K+ for college.
April 6, 2026
College Debt-to-Income Ratio: What It Means for Your ROI
Understanding college DTI — the single most important number for evaluating whether a degree is worth the debt. Benchmarks, best and worst majors.
April 6, 2026
Is a Master's Degree Worth It? Financial ROI Data (2026)
Master's degree ROI by field: CS breaks even in 2 years, MFA takes 16. Average additional debt of $53K for a variable earnings premium.
April 6, 2026
Community College vs University: Is the 2+2 Path Worth It?
The 2+2 transfer path saves $30K+ in total costs. But only 33% of CC students transfer. Who should start at community college?
April 5, 2026
Is a College Degree Worth It in 2026?
ROI analysis by major category using earnings data, graduation rates, and debt levels. The answer depends entirely on what you study.
April 5, 2026
Highest ROI College Majors: Ranked by Earnings
The top 20 college majors ranked by ROI Score — comparing median earnings to median debt across hundreds of schools.
April 5, 2026
College Majors to Avoid: Data Says These Don't Pay Off
Majors with F-grade ROI scores where median debt exceeds earnings. The data on which degrees have the worst financial outcomes.