Best Associate Degree Programs at South University-Columbia by ROI
Every Associate Degree major at South University-Columbia 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
-$169,711
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$31,298
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services.
Grad rate: 3.9% |
-$36,892 | $45,357 | $31,298 | $30,694 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Legal Support Services.
Grad rate: 3.9% |
-$302,529 | $32,049 | $31,298 | $30,306 | 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.