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Peru State College
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Annual Tuition
$8,280
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
N/A
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
35.7%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$47,071
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Peru State College is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Peru, NE. With a competitive tuition profile of $8,280, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 35.7% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 4-Year Cost
$33,120
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
1.9 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$17,071
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$137,590
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$308,300
Long-term projected return on your education investment
Graduation Rate: 36%
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 Peru State College is $21,875.
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
$8,280
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
N/A
Retention
62.7%
Success
35.7%
In-State Cost
$8,280
Age 25+ Students
22.4%
Carnegie Class
Master's: Medium
Working at 6yr
697 students
Local City Insights
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