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Capella University
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Annual Tuition
$14,436
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
N/A
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
N/A
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$42,189
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Capella University is a distinguished Private for-profit, 4-Year institution located in Minneapolis, MN. With a competitive tuition profile of $14,436, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students.
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 4-Year Cost
$57,744
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
4.7 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$12,189
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$64,146
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$186,036
Long-term projected return on your education investment
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 Capella University is $14,968.
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
$14,436
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
22.7%
Success
N/A
In-State Cost
$14,436
Age 25+ Students
91.6%
Carnegie Class
Doctoral/Professional
Working at 6yr
5,276 students
Living In Minneapolis
Off-Campus Market Estimator
Studio
$1,174
Monthly Average
1 Bedroom
$1,327
Monthly Average
2 Bedrooms
$1,622
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 Minneapolis metropolitan area.