Best Associate Degree Programs at Georgia State University by ROI
Every Associate Degree major at Georgia 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
+$67,130
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$26,535
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: 54.3% |
+$419,610 | $67,659 | $26,535 | $30,000 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions.
Grad rate: 54.3% |
+$77,905 | $49,568 | $26,535 | $15,100 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.
Grad rate: 54.3% |
-$296,122 | $30,978 | $26,535 | $16,750 | 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.