Best Associate Degree Programs at Columbia Southern University by ROI
Every Associate Degree major at Columbia Southern University ranked by estimated 20-year net return on investment. Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Programs Analyzed
5
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
+$232,238
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$18,002
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Quality Control and Safety Technologies/Technicians.
Grad rate: 35.0% |
+$459,197 | $67,888 | $18,002 | $16,710 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Fire Protection.
Grad rate: 35.0% |
+$421,561 | $65,587 | $18,002 | $10,500 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.
Grad rate: 35.0% |
+$227,879 | $56,269 | $18,002 | $15,923 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Criminal Justice and Corrections.
Grad rate: 35.0% |
+$80,440 | $48,975 | $18,002 | $17,078 | Full ROI → |
| 5 |
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Grad rate: 35.0% |
-$27,885 | $43,875 | $18,002 | $21,764 | 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.