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Paine College
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Annual Tuition
$14,596
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
83.4%
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
19.6%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$33,338
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Paine College is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Augusta, GA. With a competitive tuition profile of $14,596, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 19.6% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 4-Year Cost
$58,384
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
17.5 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$3,338
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
-$25,004
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$8,376
Long-term projected return on your education investment
Graduation Rate: 20%
Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.
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.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
1
Burglary
0
Theft
0
Assault
0
Robbery
0
Rape
1
Arson
0
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$14,596
Estimated cost before aid.
Net Price By Income
Debt & Financial Aid
Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.
Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)
* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.
Quick Overview
Faculty Ratio
N/A
Retention
53.6%
Success
19.6%
In-State Cost
$14,596
Age 25+ Students
15.1%
Carnegie Class
Baccalaureate: Arts & Sciences
Working at 6yr
450 students
Living In Augusta
Off-Campus Market Estimator
Studio
$805
Monthly Average
1 Bedroom
$961
Monthly Average
2 Bedrooms
$1,100
Monthly Average
3 Bedrooms
$
Monthly Average
Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Augusta metropolitan area.