Best Associate Degree Programs at Columbus Technical College by ROI
Every Associate Degree major at Columbus Technical College ranked by estimated 20-year net return on investment. Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Certificate
Associate Degree
Programs Analyzed
4
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
+$49,476
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$12,783
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: 21.9% |
+$242,223 | $56,459 | $12,783 | $15,845 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions.
Grad rate: 21.9% |
+$44,614 | $45,509 | $12,783 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions.
Grad rate: 21.9% |
+$8,954 | $43,726 | $12,783 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Criminal Justice and Corrections.
Grad rate: 21.9% |
-$97,886 | $38,384 | $12,783 | $0 | 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.