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Donnelly College
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Annual Tuition
$10,350
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
Open
Open Admission
Graduation Rate
29.5%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$35,715
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Donnelly College is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Kansas City, KS. With a competitive tuition profile of $10,350, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 29.5% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 4-Year Cost
$41,400
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
7.2 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$5,715
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$15,750
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$72,900
Long-term projected return on your education investment
Graduation Rate: 30%
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 Donnelly College is $11,842.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
0
Burglary
0
Theft
0
Assault
0
Robbery
0
Rape
0
Arson
0
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$10,350
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
75.6%
Success
29.5%
In-State Cost
$10,350
Age 25+ Students
56.2%
Carnegie Class
Baccalaureate/Associate's
Working at 6yr
284 students
Living In Kansas City
Off-Campus Market Estimator
Studio
$985
Monthly Average
1 Bedroom
$1,098
Monthly Average
2 Bedrooms
$1,258
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 Kansas City metropolitan area.