B
Grade B Colleges (2026)
2,794 school-major combinations with ROI Score 65-79/100. Above-average ROI with reasonable debt-to-earnings ratios.
2,794
Programs
72/100
Avg ROI Score
$27K
Avg Median Debt
$57K
Avg Year 1 Earnings
Top 50 Grade B Programs
Frequently Asked Questions
A grade B means the school-major combination scored 65-79 out of 100 on our ROI Score. Above-average ROI with reasonable debt-to-earnings ratios.
2,794 school-major combinations currently hold a grade B. The average debt for these programs is $27K with average first-year earnings of $57K.
The ROI Score (0-100) weighs five factors: debt-to-income ratio (35%), earnings premium vs national average (25%), job market outlook (20%), graduation rate (10%), and debt vs national average for that major (10%). The letter grade maps directly from this score.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, 2026.