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Porter and Chester Institute of Worcester
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Annual Tuition
$15,856
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
N/A
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
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Completion Success
Median Earnings
$41,588
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Porter and Chester Institute of Worcester is a distinguished Private for-profit, Less than 2-Year institution located in Worcester, MA. With a competitive tuition profile of $15,856, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students.
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 2-Year Cost
$31,712
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
2.7 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$11,588
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$84,168
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$200,048
Long-term projected return on your education investment
ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Porter and Chester Institute of Worcester is $12,000.
Security Audit
Incidents
0
Burglary
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Theft
0
Assault
0
Robbery
0
Rape
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Arson
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Murder
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Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$15,856
Estimated cost before aid.
Net Price By Income
Debt & Financial Aid
Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.
* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.
Quick Overview
Faculty Ratio
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Retention
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Success
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In-State Cost
$15,856
Working at 6yr
583 students
Local City Insights
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