Cost & ROI · 2026
Is Dewey University-Juana Diaz worth it?
Pay $5,554/yr after aid. Graduates earn a median of $19,761 ten years out — about 3.6× the annual cost. EduGradify value grade: B.
The ROI math, in 30 seconds
Benchmarks
Dewey University-Juana Diaz vs Puerto Rico avg vs national avg
How this school stacks up against the typical Puerto Rico college and the typical US college.
| Metric | Dewey University-Juana Diaz | Puerto Rico avg | National avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avg net price | ▲ $5,554 | $8,636 | $18,467 |
| Median earnings 10y | ▼ $19,761 | $26,446 | $50,834 |
| Median debt | ▲ $5,185 | $9,412 | $19,694 |
| Graduation rate | ▲ 73.3% | 43.2% | 49.9% |
| Acceptance rate | — | 65.8% | 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 $46,288 over four years. Most students get $6,018/yr in grants and scholarships.
Debt math
Loan repayment scenarios
If you borrow the median $5,185 at a 6.5% federal rate, here's what each repayment plan looks like.
Debt-to-earnings: 26% of one year's median pay. Financial advisors recommend keeping student debt under 100% of expected first-year salary. You're well below that threshold.
Lifetime impact
Lifetime earnings boost vs no degree
Over a typical 40-year career, the median Dewey University-Juana Diaz grad earns about -$1,009,560 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 Dewey University-Juana Diaz
The average student at Dewey University-Juana Diaz pays $5,554 a year after grants and scholarships, against a $11,572 published sticker price. That is below the PR average net price of $8,636.
Ten years after entry, graduates earn a median of $19,761 — below the PR median of $26,446. Weighed against what students actually pay, EduGradify models this as an exceptional investment.
Typical graduates borrow about $5,185, roughly $56 a month on a standard ten-year plan — a manageable load at about 26% of one year's median earnings.
Smart alternatives
Cheaper Puerto Rico colleges with comparable outcomes
Same state, at least 20% lower net price, with earnings within reach of Dewey University-Juana Diaz.
Frequently asked
Cost & ROI questions
What is the net price at Dewey University-Juana Diaz?
The average net price — what students actually pay after grants and scholarships — is $5,554 per year. That's $6,018/yr in financial aid against the $11,572 sticker price. Over four years, that adds up to roughly $22,216.
How much do Dewey University-Juana Diaz graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, Dewey University-Juana Diaz graduates earn a median of $19,761 per year — below the national average of $50,834. That's about 3.6× the annual net cost.
How much debt do Dewey University-Juana Diaz graduates take on?
Median federal loan debt at graduation is $5,185 — about $56/month on a standard 10-year repayment plan (assuming a 6.5% federal rate). 17.7% of students take federal loans.
Is Dewey University-Juana Diaz worth the cost?
EduGradify assigns Dewey University-Juana Diaz a value grade of B — top 37% on real ROI nationally. The math: pay $5,554/yr, earn $19,761/yr ten years out, ROI score of 8.89. Exceptional Investment.
What financial aid is available at Dewey University-Juana Diaz?
89.7% of students receive federal Pell Grants (need-based federal aid). 17.7% take federal student loans. On average, students get $6,018 per year in grants and scholarships off the sticker price.
What's the difference between in-state and out-of-state tuition at Dewey University-Juana Diaz?
In-state tuition is $7,630 per year. Out-of-state tuition is $7,630 per year — a difference of $0/yr or $0 over four years.
How does net price change with family income at Dewey University-Juana Diaz?
Net price is income-adjusted — lower-income families typically pay much less. Students from families earning under $30k pay about $4,520. 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 →