Best Associate Degree Programs at Southwestern Community College by ROI
Every Associate Degree major at Southwestern 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
2
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
-$100,235
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$16,399
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: 52.5% |
+$68,877 | $48,454 | $16,399 | $20,300 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.
Grad rate: 52.5% |
-$269,348 | $30,915 | $16,399 | $11,000 | 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.