Best Associate Degree Programs at Southwest Virginia Community College by ROI
Every Associate Degree major at Southwest Virginia Community 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
3
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
-$85,925
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$15,885
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: 43.9% |
+$135,070 | $50,342 | $15,885 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services.
Grad rate: 43.9% |
+$59,050 | $46,541 | $15,885 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.
Grad rate: 43.9% |
-$451,895 | $21,365 | $15,885 | $5,500 | 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.