Best Associate Degree Programs at Empire State University by ROI
Every Associate Degree major at Empire State University ranked by estimated 20-year net return on investment. Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Programs Analyzed
3
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
-$39,154
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$18,221
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Business/Commerce, General.
Grad rate: 27.3% |
+$5,963 | $44,964 | $18,221 | $12,500 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.
Grad rate: 27.3% |
-$20,522 | $42,796 | $18,221 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Community Organization and Advocacy.
Grad rate: 27.3% |
-$102,903 | $40,609 | $18,221 | $28,623 | 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.