Best Associate Degree Programs at Cuesta College by ROI
Every Associate Degree major at Cuesta 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
+$212,264
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$20,561
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: 44.0% |
+$812,164 | $85,944 | $20,561 | $18,958 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.
Grad rate: 44.0% |
+$354,138 | $61,763 | $20,561 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Grad rate: 44.0% |
-$622 | $44,025 | $20,561 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.
Grad rate: 44.0% |
-$316,622 | $28,225 | $20,561 | $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.