Program Cost Per Outcome Calculator

Calculate the cost per outcome for a nonprofit program.

Program Budget ($)

Number of Outcomes Achieved

Total Participants

Formula

CostPerOutcome = ProgramBudget / Outcomes; SuccessRate = Outcomes / Participants * 100

What is cost per outcome?

It is the total program cost divided by the number of achieved outcomes.

Why is cost per outcome important?

It helps funders compare program efficiency across organizations.

How do you define an outcome?

Outcomes are measurable changes such as jobs placed or grades improved.

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