Honorable Mention: University of Montevallo (Alabama)
University Of Montevallo
U.S. News & World Report called this university the #1 ranked public university in Alabama for its master’s program. The site of the institution is also riddled with pre-Civil War buildings, and the scenic campus life is alluring to many students from all walks of life. Google “Life Raft Debate Alabama” if you want to learn more about some of the quirky traditions related to this university.
Behind the scenes, the tradition attached to getting a qualification from this university comes at somewhat of a cost to your finances. As with most things, there are drawbacks attached, but few will have crunched the numbers to match tuition to future earnings potential. Having paid $143,000 in total, the likely return on investment will be around -$64,100 if you’re an average graduate from this institution.
Honorable Mention: Florida Memorial University (Florida)
Florida Memorial University
First opening their doors in the late 1800’s, this historic university has seen some location changes over the years, settling more recently in Florida in 1968. Not dissimilarly to other universities in the area, this one has an American Baptist leaning and has strong affiliations with this particular branch of theology.
Known for its wide array of programs, the school is smart with their marketing, offering the local community the chance to register for pre-college courses in the build-up to University life. $109,000 later and you’re expected to earn a return on investment of -$64,000, which doesn’t feel good, regardless of the PR spin you put on it.
