Cost & ROI · 2026
Is Davis & Elkins College worth it?
Pay $18,273/yr after aid. Graduates earn a median of $43,411 ten years out — about 2.4× the annual cost. EduGradify value grade: C.
The ROI math, in 30 seconds
Benchmarks
Davis & Elkins College vs West Virginia avg vs national avg
How this school stacks up against the typical West Virginia college and the typical US college.
| Metric | Davis & Elkins College | West Virginia avg | National avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avg net price | ▲ $18,273 | $11,286 | $18,467 |
| Median earnings 10y | ▼ $43,411 | $40,753 | $50,834 |
| Median debt | ▼ $27,000 | $17,905 | $19,694 |
| Graduation rate | ▼ 39.3% | 41.2% | 49.9% |
| Acceptance rate | ▲ 94.3% | 83.2% | 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 $179,552 over four years. Most students get $26,615/yr in grants and scholarships.
Debt math
Loan repayment scenarios
If you borrow the median $27,000 at a 6.5% federal rate, here's what each repayment plan looks like.
Debt-to-earnings: 62% 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 Davis & Elkins College grad earns about -$63,560 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 Davis & Elkins College
The average student at Davis & Elkins College pays $18,273 a year after grants and scholarships, against a $44,888 published sticker price. That is above the WV average net price of $11,286.
Ten years after entry, graduates earn a median of $43,411 — above the WV median of $40,753. Weighed against what students actually pay, EduGradify models this as an exceptional investment.
Typical graduates borrow about $27,000, roughly $293 a month on a standard ten-year plan — a moderate load at about 62% of one year's median earnings.
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Cost & ROI questions
What is the net price at Davis & Elkins College?
The average net price — what students actually pay after grants and scholarships — is $18,273 per year. That's $26,615/yr in financial aid against the $44,888 sticker price. Over four years, that adds up to roughly $73,092.
How much do Davis & Elkins College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, Davis & Elkins College graduates earn a median of $43,411 per year — below the national average of $50,834. That's about 2.4× the annual net cost.
How much debt do Davis & Elkins College graduates take on?
Median federal loan debt at graduation is $27,000 — about $293/month on a standard 10-year repayment plan (assuming a 6.5% federal rate). 63.1% of students take federal loans.
Is Davis & Elkins College worth the cost?
EduGradify assigns Davis & Elkins College a value grade of C — top 68% on real ROI nationally. The math: pay $18,273/yr, earn $43,411/yr ten years out, ROI score of 5.94. Exceptional Investment.
What financial aid is available at Davis & Elkins College?
43.3% of students receive federal Pell Grants (need-based federal aid). 63.1% take federal student loans. On average, students get $26,615 per year in grants and scholarships off the sticker price.
What's the difference between in-state and out-of-state tuition at Davis & Elkins College?
In-state tuition is $31,820 per year. Out-of-state tuition is $31,820 per year — a difference of $0/yr or $0 over four years.
How does net price change with family income at Davis & Elkins College?
Net price is income-adjusted — lower-income families typically pay much less. Students from families earning under $30k pay about $15,999. Students from families earning over $110k pay about $22,496. 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 →