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Plymouth State University
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Annual Tuition
$14,558
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
91.0%
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
49.2%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$57,304
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Plymouth State University is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Plymouth, NH. With a competitive tuition profile of $14,558, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 49.2% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 4-Year Cost
$58,232
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
2.1 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$27,304
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$214,808
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$487,848
Long-term projected return on your education investment
Graduation Rate: 49%
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 Plymouth State University is $26,000.
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
$14,558
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
71.3%
Success
49.2%
In-State Cost
$14,558
Age 25+ Students
2.3%
Carnegie Class
Master's: Larger
Working at 6yr
186 students
Living In Plymouth
Off-Campus Market Estimator
Studio
$891
Monthly Average
1 Bedroom
$1,001
Monthly Average
2 Bedrooms
$1,315
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 Plymouth metropolitan area.