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Shawnee State University
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Annual Tuition
$9,622
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
Open
Open Admission
Graduation Rate
38.7%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$39,596
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Shawnee State University is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Portsmouth, OH. With a competitive tuition profile of $9,622, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 38.7% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 4-Year Cost
$38,488
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
4.0 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$9,596
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$57,472
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$153,432
Long-term projected return on your education investment
Graduation Rate: 39%
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 Shawnee State University is $23,000.
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
$9,622
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
71.1%
Success
38.7%
In-State Cost
$9,622
Age 25+ Students
11.4%
Carnegie Class
Master's: Smaller
Working at 6yr
1,533 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.