Best Associate Degree Programs at College of Southern Maryland by ROI
Every Associate Degree major at College of Southern Maryland ranked by estimated 20-year net return on investment. Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Certificate
Associate Degree
Programs Analyzed
3
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
+$79,920
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$13,570
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Grad rate: 32.7% |
+$349,525 | $61,812 | $13,570 | $14,500 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Business/Commerce, General.
Grad rate: 32.7% |
+$160,175 | $51,737 | $13,570 | $5,500 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.
Grad rate: 32.7% |
-$269,937 | $30,579 | $13,570 | $10,650 | 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.