The EduData Podcast

Calculating the Cost: The Real ROI of College Degrees

Episode Summary

In this episode of the EduData Podcast, hosts Jamie and Timothy discuss a recent study on the return on investment from higher education. They explore how different degree programs, from computer science to humanities, impact lifetime earnings relative to their costs. The episode breaks down the methodology and findings of the study, highlights surprising data about the financial outcomes of various fields, and examines assumptions used in the analysis. This conversation sheds light on the financial implications of educational choices in today's economic landscape.

Episode Notes

In this episode of the EduData Podcast, hosts Jamie and Timothy discuss a recent study on the return on investment from higher education. They explore how different degree programs, from computer science to humanities, impact lifetime earnings relative to their costs. The episode breaks down the methodology and findings of the study, highlights surprising data about the financial outcomes of various fields, and examines assumptions used in the analysis. This conversation sheds light on the financial implications of educational choices in today's economic landscape.

Link to Study: https://freopp.org/does-college-pay-off-a-comprehensive-return-on-investment-analysis-563b9cb6ddc5

Link to Methodology: https://freopp.org/higher-educations-return-on-investment-methodology-c481eeed3d23