Best Bachelor's Degree Programs at South Dakota School of Mines and Technology by ROI
Every Bachelor's Degree major at South Dakota School of Mines and Technology ranked by estimated 20-year net return on investment. Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Programs Analyzed
3
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
+$438,622
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$24,865
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Computer and Information Sciences, General.
Grad rate: 57.0% |
+$540,530 | $75,822 | $24,865 | $27,000 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Mechanical Engineering.
Grad rate: 57.0% |
+$456,850 | $71,638 | $24,865 | $27,000 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Civil Engineering.
Grad rate: 57.0% |
+$318,486 | $64,746 | $24,865 | $27,388 | 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.