You would borrow a median $25,749 — about $293 a month for ten years. Graduates earn a median $54,368 ten years after starting, so the debt clears in roughly 1.7 years of the salary premium.
Be careful — the salary here takes noticeably longer than average to clear the debt.
Under roughly 15% of gross pay, repayment is generally considered manageable alongside rent and living costs.
We do not list an award tied specifically to Keene State College yet — but national, country and subject scholarships still apply to students heading there, and each one cuts the $25,749 above.
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The typical graded university clears its debt in 1.3 years on median earnings of $57,146 against $22,500 of debt. Keene State College takes longer than that, and its graduates earn $14,848 a year more than a US worker with only a high-school diploma.
| Nearby university | Grade | Debt | Earnings | Payback |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southern New Hampshire University New Hampshire | D | $21,082 | $50,318 | 2 yrs |
| Plymouth State University New Hampshire | C | $26,000 | $57,304 | 1.5 yrs |
| Saint Anselm College New Hampshire | B | $27,000 | $73,371 | 0.8 yrs |
| Dartmouth College New Hampshire | A | $17,500 | $97,434 | 0.3 yrs |
Source: US Department of Education College Scorecard — earnings and debt cover students who received federal financial aid and blend every subject taught at the institution. Figures imported 28 Aug 2026. This page is information, not financial advice.