Best Associate Degree Programs at Empire College by ROI
Every Associate Degree major at Empire 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
2
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
-$99,637
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
N/A
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Legal Support Services.
Grad rate: 60.5% |
+$68,100 | $45,405 | N/A | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services.
Grad rate: 60.5% |
-$267,374 | $29,964 | N/A | $19,744 | 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.