Best Associate Degree Programs at Highline College by ROI
Every Associate Degree major at Highline College ranked by estimated 20-year net return on investment. Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Programs Analyzed
4
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
+$42,855
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$19,642
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: 39.3% |
+$498,106 | $69,747 | $19,642 | $13,000 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services.
Grad rate: 39.3% |
-$72,119 | $40,844 | $19,642 | $7,197 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.
Grad rate: 39.3% |
-$84,459 | $40,192 | $19,642 | $6,678 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.
Grad rate: 39.3% |
-$170,104 | $35,459 | $19,642 | $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.