Best Associate Degree Programs at Oakton College by ROI
Every Associate Degree major at Oakton College ranked by estimated 20-year net return on investment. Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Programs Analyzed
3
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
+$27,337
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$11,344
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: 29.6% |
+$390,452 | $63,332 | $11,344 | $10,000 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services.
Grad rate: 29.6% |
-$50,108 | $40,629 | $11,344 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.
Grad rate: 29.6% |
-$258,333 | $30,589 | $11,344 | $5,500 | 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.