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Public, 4-Year
Pohnpei, FM

College of Micronesia-FSM

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in FM. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$5,050

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

80.9%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

27.5%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$24,651

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

College of Micronesia-FSM is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Pohnpei, FM. With a competitive tuition profile of $5,050, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 27.5% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$20,200

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

N/A

Earnings below HS baseline

Annual Earnings Boost

-$5,349

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

-$73,690

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

-$127,180

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 28%

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.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
60.6%
39.4%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
99.8%
Asian
0.2%
White
0.0%
Hispanic
0.0%
Black
0.0%
International
0.0%
Two or more
0.0%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.0%
Unknown
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$5,050

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$6,997
$30k - $48k$7,431
$48k - $75k$6,985
$75k+$7,837

Debt & Financial Aid

Pell Grant Recipients63.5%
Using Federal Loans0.0%
Historical 3yr Loan RepaymentN/A

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

66.0%

Success

27.5%

In-State Cost

$5,050

Age 25+ Students

14.3%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie 14

Working at 6yr

104 students

Local City Insights

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