Federal college comparison tool receives praise, criticism from Md. educators

An online tool created by the Obama administration to help college-bound students comparison shop drew praise from some universities that appear to be good bargains and derision from others who said it was too simplistic to look at cost versus potential earning power.

Graduates from the Johns Hopkins University make a median salary of $69,200 a decade after enrolling in the undergraduate school, which costs about $26,600 a year, according to the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.

The cost is the net price paid by students after all financial aid. For public schools, the cost is calculated for in-state students.

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