Cost & ROI · 2026
Is Bel-Rea Institute of Animal Technology worth it?
Pay $22,905/yr after aid. Graduates earn a median of $39,506 ten years out — about 1.7× the annual cost. EduGradify value grade: D.
The ROI math, in 30 seconds
Benchmarks
Bel-Rea Institute of Animal Technology vs Colorado avg vs national avg
How this school stacks up against the typical Colorado college and the typical US college.
| Metric | Bel-Rea Institute of Animal Technology | Colorado avg | National avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avg net price | ▼ $22,905 | $20,538 | $18,467 |
| Median earnings 10y | ▼ $39,506 | $53,208 | $50,834 |
| Median debt | ▼ $20,372 | $19,940 | $19,694 |
| Graduation rate | ▼ 26.9% | 49.5% | 49.9% |
| Acceptance rate | — | 84% | 72.3% |
Hidden cost
What you actually pay, by family income
Net price after grants and scholarships changes a lot depending on family income. Find your bracket.
Total cost
4-year cost projection
Estimated net price each year through graduation, assuming a typical 3% annual tuition increase.
Sticker price (without aid) would run roughly $112,172 over four years. Most students get $5,138/yr in grants and scholarships.
Debt math
Loan repayment scenarios
If you borrow the median $20,372 at a 6.5% federal rate, here's what each repayment plan looks like.
Debt-to-earnings: 52% of one year's median pay. Financial advisors recommend keeping student debt under 100% of expected first-year salary. You're below the recommended ceiling.
Lifetime impact
Lifetime earnings boost vs no degree
Over a typical 40-year career, the median Bel-Rea Institute of Animal Technology grad earns about -$219,760 more than a high school graduate (assuming HS median ≈ $45k/yr, BLS).
Caveat: this is a population median, not a guarantee. Actual outcomes vary widely by major, career path, and individual choices. We're showing the median to set realistic expectations.
The verdict
What the numbers say about Bel-Rea Institute of Animal Technology
The average student at Bel-Rea Institute of Animal Technology pays $22,905 a year after grants and scholarships, against a $28,043 published sticker price. That is above the CO average net price of $20,538.
Ten years after entry, graduates earn a median of $39,506 — below the CO median of $53,208. Weighed against what students actually pay, EduGradify models this as an exceptional investment.
Typical graduates borrow about $20,372, roughly $221 a month on a standard ten-year plan — a moderate load at about 52% of one year's median earnings.
Smart alternatives
Cheaper Colorado colleges with comparable outcomes
Same state, at least 20% lower net price, with earnings within reach of Bel-Rea Institute of Animal Technology.
Frequently asked
Cost & ROI questions
What is the net price at Bel-Rea Institute of Animal Technology?
The average net price — what students actually pay after grants and scholarships — is $22,905 per year. That's $5,138/yr in financial aid against the $28,043 sticker price. Over four years, that adds up to roughly $91,620.
How much do Bel-Rea Institute of Animal Technology graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, Bel-Rea Institute of Animal Technology graduates earn a median of $39,506 per year — below the national average of $50,834. That's about 1.7× the annual net cost.
How much debt do Bel-Rea Institute of Animal Technology graduates take on?
Median federal loan debt at graduation is $20,372 — about $221/month on a standard 10-year repayment plan (assuming a 6.5% federal rate). 74.7% of students take federal loans.
Is Bel-Rea Institute of Animal Technology worth the cost?
EduGradify assigns Bel-Rea Institute of Animal Technology a value grade of D — top 89% on real ROI nationally. The math: pay $22,905/yr, earn $39,506/yr ten years out, ROI score of 4.31. Exceptional Investment.
What financial aid is available at Bel-Rea Institute of Animal Technology?
38.3% of students receive federal Pell Grants (need-based federal aid). 74.7% take federal student loans. On average, students get $5,138 per year in grants and scholarships off the sticker price.
What's the difference between in-state and out-of-state tuition at Bel-Rea Institute of Animal Technology?
In-state tuition is $13,819 per year. Out-of-state tuition is $13,819 per year — a difference of $0/yr or $0 over four years.
How does net price change with family income at Bel-Rea Institute of Animal Technology?
Net price is income-adjusted — lower-income families typically pay much less. Students from families earning under $30k pay about $20,470. Students from families earning over $110k pay about $28,043. See the chart below for all five income bands.
How we calculate ROI
Every number on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. ROI score = (median earnings 10 years out × 10) / (avg net price × 4). The higher the ratio, the more graduates earn per dollar invested. We then percentile-rank every US college on that score to assign letter grades A+ through D. Read the full methodology →