Best Associate Degree Programs at Vernon College by ROI
Every Associate Degree major at Vernon 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
-$23,607
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$13,676
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: 19.0% |
+$341,728 | $61,804 | $13,676 | $20,000 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Precision Metal Working.
Grad rate: 19.0% |
-$126,797 | $37,399 | $13,676 | $5,500 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.
Grad rate: 19.0% |
-$285,752 | $29,890 | $13,676 | $12,000 | 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.