Best Associate Degree Programs at Southwestern Oregon Community College by ROI
Every Associate Degree major at Southwestern Oregon Community College ranked by estimated 20-year net return on investment. Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Programs Analyzed
4
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
-$97,577
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$16,303
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: 36.0% |
+$513,836 | $70,634 | $16,303 | $19,435 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Precision Metal Working.
Grad rate: 36.0% |
-$194,386 | $33,911 | $16,303 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Culinary Arts and Related Services.
Grad rate: 36.0% |
-$338,406 | $27,520 | $16,303 | $12,000 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.
Grad rate: 36.0% |
-$371,356 | $25,805 | $16,303 | $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.