Best Associate Degree Programs at Skagit Valley College by ROI
Every Associate Degree major at Skagit Valley College ranked by estimated 20-year net return on investment. Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Certificate
Associate Degree
Programs Analyzed
5
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
-$126,810
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$14,326
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: 33.9% |
+$329,939 | $61,234 | $14,326 | $19,325 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies.
Grad rate: 33.9% |
-$32,472 | $41,809 | $14,326 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services.
Grad rate: 33.9% |
-$279,772 | $29,444 | $14,326 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.
Grad rate: 33.9% |
-$323,772 | $27,244 | $14,326 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 5 |
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.
Grad rate: 33.9% |
-$327,975 | $27,627 | $14,326 | $8,788 | 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.