Best Bachelor's Degree Programs at Bowdoin College by ROI
Every Bachelor's Degree major at Bowdoin College ranked by estimated 20-year net return on investment. Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Programs Analyzed
5
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
+$359,573
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$80,390
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Computer Science.
Grad rate: 94.8% |
+$1,284,280 | $122,292 | $80,390 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Mathematics.
Grad rate: 94.8% |
+$514,500 | $83,803 | $80,390 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Economics.
Grad rate: 94.8% |
+$366,495 | $77,719 | $80,390 | $19,500 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Political Science and Government.
Grad rate: 94.8% |
+$21,394 | $60,473 | $80,390 | $19,634 | Full ROI → |
| 5 |
Natural Resources Conservation and Research.
Grad rate: 94.8% |
-$388,800 | $38,638 | $80,390 | $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.