Best Associate Degree Programs at Reading Area Community College by ROI
Every Associate Degree major at Reading Area Community 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
-$69,052
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$14,368
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Grad rate: 22.9% |
+$88,226 | $48,837 | $14,368 | $14,650 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.
Grad rate: 22.9% |
-$226,331 | $32,829 | $14,368 | $10,500 | 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.