Best Associate Degree Programs at Western Kentucky University by ROI
Every Associate Degree major at Western Kentucky University 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
-$133,027
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$23,520
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% |
+$206,690 | $56,104 | $23,520 | $21,000 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions.
Grad rate: 52.5% |
+$31,760 | $45,940 | $23,520 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Health and Medical Administrative Services.
Grad rate: 52.5% |
-$295,980 | $29,553 | $23,520 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.
Grad rate: 52.5% |
-$474,580 | $21,703 | $23,520 | $16,000 | 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.