Best Natural Sciences Degrees in the US by ROI
Top colleges ranked by estimated 20-year net return on investment across all active states. Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Programs Analyzed
3
Colleges with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
+$40,613
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$17,599
Cost of attendance
| # | College | State | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Chandler-Gilbert Community College
Grad rate: 19.6% |
AZ | +$129,203 | $49,329 | $17,377 | N/A | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Estrella Mountain Community College
Grad rate: 20.5% |
AZ | +$106,454 | $48,191 | $17,366 | N/A | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Glendale Community College
Grad rate: 14.4% |
AZ | -$113,816 | $37,212 | $18,056 | N/A | Full ROI → |
How ROI is calculated
20-Year Net ROI = Gross Earnings (salary × 20) − Total Degree Cost − Debt Payoff (×1.35) − Baseline Opportunity Cost ($42,000 × 20). Data from the U.S. College Scorecard.
Find Best Natural Sciences Degrees by State
Browse Natural Sciences programs ranked by 20-year ROI in every state that offers this degree.