You would borrow a median $25,500 — about $290 a month for ten years. Graduates earn a median $58,295 ten years after starting, so the debt clears in roughly 1.4 years of the salary premium.
It is a fair deal, close to the national middle. What you study and what you borrow will matter more than the badge.
Under roughly 15% of gross pay, repayment is generally considered manageable alongside rent and living costs.
Every dollar you win is a dollar you never repay — and it moves the 1.4-year payback above. We list 1 scholarship tied to Rollins College.
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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. Rollins College takes longer than that, and its graduates earn $18,775 a year more than a US worker with only a high-school diploma.
| Nearby university | Grade | Debt | Earnings | Payback |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nova Southeastern University Florida | C | $24,250 | $59,209 | 1.2 yrs |
| University of Tampa Florida | C | $24,211 | $59,436 | 1.2 yrs |
| Florida Gulf Coast University Florida | C | $17,622 | $54,560 | 1.2 yrs |
| Barry University Florida | C | $26,997 | $55,966 | 1.6 yrs |
| Florida Atlantic University Florida | C | $17,236 | $56,746 | 1 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.