Best Associate Degree Programs at Laurel Ridge Community College by ROI
Every Associate Degree major at Laurel Ridge Community College ranked by estimated 20-year net return on investment. Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Certificate
Associate Degree
Programs Analyzed
5
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
-$48,859
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$11,552
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: 40.0% |
+$351,548 | $61,843 | $11,552 | $16,450 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Computer and Information Sciences, General.
Grad rate: 40.0% |
-$96,144 | $38,348 | $11,552 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Biological and Physical Sciences.
Grad rate: 40.0% |
-$110,004 | $38,222 | $11,552 | $8,400 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Health and Medical Administrative Services.
Grad rate: 40.0% |
-$115,604 | $37,375 | $11,552 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 5 |
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.
Grad rate: 40.0% |
-$274,091 | $30,049 | $11,552 | $8,865 | 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.