Best Associate Degree Programs at Santa Monica College by ROI
Every Associate Degree major at Santa Monica 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
-$85,026
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$11,353
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Grad rate: 34.0% |
+$5,254 | $43,398 | $11,353 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Communication and Media Studies.
Grad rate: 34.0% |
-$80,926 | $39,089 | $11,353 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.
Grad rate: 34.0% |
-$179,406 | $34,165 | $11,353 | $0 | 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.