Best Associate Degree Programs at Mendocino College by ROI
Every Associate Degree major at Mendocino 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
-$72,352
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$16,746
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Criminal Justice and Corrections.
Grad rate: 30.8% |
+$189,628 | $53,156 | $16,746 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Grad rate: 30.8% |
-$334,332 | $28,308 | $16,746 | $20,000 | 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.