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East-West University
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Annual Tuition
$26,100
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
Open
Open Admission
Graduation Rate
16.2%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$29,963
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
East-West University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Chicago, IL. With a competitive tuition profile of $26,100, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 16.2% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 4-Year Cost
$104,400
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
N/A
Earnings below HS baseline
Annual Earnings Boost
-$37
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
-$104,770
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
-$105,140
Long-term projected return on your education investment
Graduation Rate: 16%
Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.
Below-Baseline Earnings
Graduates of this institution earn below the national HS diploma median ($30k/yr). Individual outcomes vary significantly by program — check the Career Paths section below for field-specific earnings.
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 East-West University is $26,986.
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
$26,100
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
36.5%
Success
16.2%
In-State Cost
$26,100
Age 25+ Students
14.2%
Carnegie Class
Baccalaureate: Arts & Sciences
Working at 6yr
415 students
Security Benchmark
Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)
Violent Offenses
PER 100KProperty Crimes
PER 100KStats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.