Best Certificate Programs at Appalachian State University by ROI
Every Certificate major at Appalachian State University ranked by estimated 20-year net return on investment. Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Programs Analyzed
1
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
+$15,583
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$22,654
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Geography and Cartography.
Grad rate: 74.1% |
+$15,583 | $45,110 | $22,654 | $17,750 | 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.