Best Associate Degree Programs at Saint Cloud State University by ROI
Every Associate Degree major at Saint Cloud State University ranked by estimated 20-year net return on investment. Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Programs Analyzed
1
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
-$159,958
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$21,389
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.
Grad rate: 45.5% |
-$159,958 | $37,356 | $21,389 | $18,000 | 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.