Beyond ROI
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.
Acquired future-ready capabilities and practical skill sets
Quality of student life, mentorship opportunities, and support environment during the studies.
The strength and reach of the professional network gained.
The alignment of the institution’s values with personal growth.
How well the degree helped find or fulfill the career mission.
Define your investment: Enter your tuition fees, current annual income, and the years since graduation.
Evaluate the experience: Score your education across the five value dimensions, from networking to personal purpose.
Reveal your ROE: Click Get ROE to see how your holistic return compares to traditional financial ROI.
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The Value Boost serves to visualize the impact of non-financial drivers on your educational return.
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Disclaimer: This tool is a discussion starter intended to express the qualitative value of education in monetary terms. It is not a scientific research model.
We believe the true return on education extends far beyond a paycheck.
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This tool utilizes a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) formula: