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College of DuPage
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Annual Tuition
$4,320
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
Open
Open Admission
Graduation Rate
23.5%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$46,909
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
College of DuPage is a distinguished Public, 2-Year institution located in Glen Ellyn, IL. With a competitive tuition profile of $4,320, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 23.5% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 2-Year Cost
$8,640
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
0.5 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$16,909
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$160,450
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$329,540
Long-term projected return on your education investment
Graduation Rate: 24%
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. Median graduate debt at College of DuPage is $10,410.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
1
Burglary
1
Theft
0
Assault
0
Robbery
0
Rape
0
Arson
0
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$4,320
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
66.0%
Success
23.5%
In-State Cost
$4,320
Age 25+ Students
30.0%
Carnegie Class
Carnegie 9
Working at 6yr
5,965 students
Local City Insights
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