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Benefits in potential earnings per student by outcome in 2014 U.S. dollars
| Leave college | STEM graduate | Non-STEM graduate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Initial annual earnings | $12,200 | $31,300 | $23,400 |
| Lifetime earningsa | $720,000 | $1,425,000 | $1,010,000 |
aLifetime earnings are discounted annually at a rate of 3%.
