RoEDU™ Accelerants
Smart strategies that improve the return on your education
College decisions don’t all carry the same weight. Some choices dramatically reduce cost, shorten time to graduation, or increase long-term earnings.
RoEDU™ Accelerants are proven strategies that help you improve your Return on Education.
What Are RoEDU™ Accelerants?
RoEDU™ Accelerants are actions and decisions that meaningfully improve the value of a college education by:
- Lowering what you pay
- Reducing how long it takes to graduate
- Increasing what you earn after graduation
Used individually, accelerants help. Used together, they can completely change the financial outcome of a degree.
How Accelerants Improve Your ROI
Every accelerant works on one or more of these levers:
- Cost: Tuition, fees, and out-of-pocket expenses
- Time: How long you spend earning your degree
- Earnings: Income potential after graduation
RoEDU™ shows how these choices affect long-term value, not just sticker price.
Explore RoEDU™ Accelerants by Strategy
Reduce the Cost of College
Lowering tuition and replacing expensive credits can significantly reduce total cost.
- CLEP Exams Earn college credit for knowledge you already have. → Learn how CLEP exams can replace tuition costs
- AP Credit Use high school coursework to reduce required college classes. → See how AP credits are applied
- IB Credit International coursework that may replace college credits. → Understand IB credit policies
- Choosing Schools with Strong Financial Aid Aid policies vary widely by institution. → Compare colleges by financial aid
- Scholarship Strategy Some scholarships reduce cost more effectively than others. → Find scholarships you qualify for
Finish Your Degree Faster
Time spent in school affects both cost and opportunity.
- Transfer Credit Strategy Avoid repeating coursework when changing schools. → See what credits may transfer
- Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) Convert work or military experience into academic credit. → Earn credit for experience
- Accelerated Degree Programs Condensed formats designed for faster completion. → Explore accelerated programs
- Credit Load Planning Efficient course sequencing can shorten time to degree. → View degree pathways
Increase Long-Term Earning Potential
Some decisions impact income for decades.
- Choosing a High-ROI Major Different fields lead to very different outcomes. → Compare majors by ROI
- Career-Aligned Degree Paths Align education with labor market demand. → Explore career outcomes
- Graduating into a Strong Job Market Location matters more than many students realize. → Compare job markets and outcomes
- Cost of Living Considerations Higher salaries don’t always mean higher take-home value. → See cost of living insights
Using Multiple Accelerants Together
Most students benefit from more than one accelerant.
Common combinations include:
- Replacing credits and choosing a transfer-friendly school
- Pairing scholarships with accelerated programs
- Selecting a major and graduating in a strong job market
RoEDU™ helps you see how these choices work together — not in isolation.
→ See how accelerants change ROI
Who Benefits Most from RoEDU™ Accelerants?
Accelerants are especially impactful for:
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See the Impact on Your Return on Education
Accelerants matter most when you can see the difference they make.
RoEDU™ shows how cost, time, and earnings interact — so you can make decisions with clarity.
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Not Sure Where to Start?
If your goal is to lower cost, start with credit replacement and scholarships. If speed matters, explore transfer and accelerated paths. If outcomes matter most, begin with major and job market comparisons.
→ Run a RoEDU™ estimate to see your best options