Best Associate Degree Programs at University of Alaska Fairbanks by ROI
Every Associate Degree major at University of Alaska Fairbanks 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
-$84,921
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$21,182
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians.
Grad rate: 35.3% |
+$376,336 | $62,935 | $21,182 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Grad rate: 35.3% |
-$193,204 | $34,458 | $21,182 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.
Grad rate: 35.3% |
-$260,074 | $32,435 | $21,182 | $19,563 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.
Grad rate: 35.3% |
-$262,744 | $30,981 | $21,182 | $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.