Best Associate Degree Programs at Southern Arkansas University Tech by ROI
Every Associate Degree major at Southern Arkansas University Tech ranked by estimated 20-year net return on investment. Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Programs Analyzed
6
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
-$257,579
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$16,488
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies.
Grad rate: 62.2% |
+$33,844 | $45,341 | $16,488 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies.
Grad rate: 62.2% |
-$146,016 | $36,348 | $16,488 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other.
Grad rate: 62.2% |
-$264,316 | $30,433 | $16,488 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.
Grad rate: 62.2% |
-$330,516 | $27,123 | $16,488 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 5 |
Computer Software and Media Applications.
Grad rate: 62.2% |
-$409,296 | $23,184 | $16,488 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 6 |
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Grad rate: 62.2% |
-$429,176 | $22,190 | $16,488 | $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.