Best Associate Degree Programs at Southwestern Michigan College by ROI
Every Associate Degree major at Southwestern Michigan College ranked by estimated 20-year net return on investment. Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Programs Analyzed
3
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
-$15,662
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$14,999
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: 30.1% |
+$268,239 | $58,414 | $14,999 | $22,254 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies.
Grad rate: 30.1% |
+$113,322 | $49,166 | $14,999 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.
Grad rate: 30.1% |
-$428,547 | $22,808 | $14,999 | $10,896 | 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.