Best Associate Degree Programs at Highland Community College by ROI
Every Associate Degree major at Highland Community College ranked by estimated 20-year net return on investment. Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Programs Analyzed
2
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
-$30,358
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$15,854
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: 38.1% |
+$201,572 | $53,664 | $15,854 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Education, General.
Grad rate: 38.1% |
-$262,288 | $30,471 | $15,854 | $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.