Best Bachelor's Degree Programs at The University of Montana-Western by ROI
Every Bachelor's Degree major at The University of Montana-Western 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
-$126,284
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$19,414
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Biology, General.
Grad rate: 47.2% |
+$106,404 | $51,203 | $19,414 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Grad rate: 47.2% |
-$128,412 | $40,922 | $19,414 | $21,627 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas.
Grad rate: 47.2% |
-$150,587 | $39,876 | $19,414 | $22,557 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Natural Resources Conservation and Research.
Grad rate: 47.2% |
-$169,276 | $37,419 | $19,414 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 5 |
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.
Grad rate: 47.2% |
-$289,549 | $32,976 | $19,414 | $23,269 | 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.