Best Associate Degree Programs at Colorado Northwestern Community College by ROI
Every Associate Degree major at Colorado Northwestern Community College ranked by estimated 20-year net return on investment. Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Programs Analyzed
3
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
+$92,521
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$21,006
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: 29.0% |
+$240,166 | $57,491 | $21,006 | $20,475 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions.
Grad rate: 29.0% |
+$189,089 | $54,688 | $21,006 | $16,784 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.
Grad rate: 29.0% |
-$151,692 | $37,326 | $21,006 | $12,000 | 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.