Best Associate Degree Programs at Douglas Education Center by ROI
Every Associate Degree major at Douglas Education Center ranked by estimated 20-year net return on investment. Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Certificate
Associate Degree
Programs Analyzed
2
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
-$530,618
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$32,224
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services.
Grad rate: 80.8% |
-$489,628 | $21,551 | $32,224 | $12,000 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Film/Video and Photographic Arts.
Grad rate: 80.8% |
-$571,608 | $16,642 | $32,224 | $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.