Best Associate Degree Programs at Lake Superior State University by ROI
Every Associate Degree major at Lake Superior State University ranked by estimated 20-year net return on investment. Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Associate Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Programs Analyzed
4
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
+$162,559
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$25,757
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Fire Protection.
Grad rate: 53.9% |
+$353,386 | $62,245 | $25,757 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Criminal Justice and Corrections.
Grad rate: 53.9% |
+$189,399 | $55,016 | $25,757 | $14,375 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Homeland Security.
Grad rate: 53.9% |
+$167,954 | $54,450 | $25,757 | $21,875 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.
Grad rate: 53.9% |
-$60,503 | $42,690 | $25,757 | $16,881 | 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.