Best Bachelor's Degree Programs at Skidmore College by ROI
Every Bachelor's Degree major at Skidmore College ranked by estimated 20-year net return on investment. Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Programs Analyzed
8
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
-$283,880
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$81,890
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Economics.
Grad rate: 83.0% |
+$176,200 | $67,188 | $81,890 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Business/Commerce, General.
Grad rate: 83.0% |
-$75,638 | $56,001 | $81,890 | $20,814 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Fine and Studio Arts.
Grad rate: 83.0% |
-$253,855 | $46,934 | $81,890 | $18,500 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
International Relations and National Security Studies.
Grad rate: 83.0% |
-$306,320 | $43,062 | $81,890 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 5 |
Psychology, General.
Grad rate: 83.0% |
-$381,154 | $40,557 | $81,890 | $18,322 | Full ROI → |
| 6 |
Political Science and Government.
Grad rate: 83.0% |
-$401,963 | $39,834 | $81,890 | $23,025 | Full ROI → |
| 7 |
English Language and Literature, General.
Grad rate: 83.0% |
-$442,780 | $37,589 | $81,890 | $20,000 | Full ROI → |
| 8 |
Natural Resources Conservation and Research.
Grad rate: 83.0% |
-$585,533 | $30,907 | $81,890 | $26,751 | 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.