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Beyond ROI

Measuring the True Return on Education

ROI only tells half the story. While salary is a critical metric, it ignores the intangible assets that define a successful career: your network, your skills, and your campus experience, among others.

Return on Education (ROE) integrates these "Value of Education" drivers with your financial data to provide a holistic view of your investment.

  • For the Mission-Driven: High-impact careers in NGOs or startups often show a modest ROI but a stellar ROE through exceptional culture and networking.

  • For the High-Earner: A top-tier salary can still result in a poor ROE if the educational experience fails to deliver the promised connections or skill sets.

Calculate your ROE below to see the full impact of your journey.

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The Value of Education

Unlocking the ROE Factor: We analyze five critical drivers - Skills, Campus Experience, Networking, Culture, and Purpose - to calculate the total return on an educational investment in time. 
Skills

Skills

Acquired future-ready capabilities and practical skill sets

Campus Experience

Campus Experience

Quality of student life, mentorship opportunities, and support environment during the studies.

Networking

Networking

The strength and reach of the professional network gained.

Culture

Culture

The alignment of the institution’s values with personal growth.

Purpose

Purpose

How well the degree helped find or fulfill the career mission.

 

ROE Assessment

See the REAL return of the learning journey!

  1. Define your investment: Enter your tuition fees, current annual income, and the years since graduation.

  2. Evaluate the experience: Score your education across the five value dimensions, from networking to personal purpose.

  3. Reveal your ROE: Click Get ROE to see how your holistic return compares to traditional financial ROI.

  4. Advocate for value: Share your results on LinkedIn to help redefine the conversation around the true worth of education.

Assessment: Return on Education (ROE)