Best Certificate Programs at Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College by ROI
Every Certificate major at Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College ranked by estimated 20-year net return on investment. Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Certificate
Associate Degree
Programs Analyzed
2
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
-$381,022
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$16,063
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.
Grad rate: 31.7% |
-$259,641 | $30,927 | $16,063 | $16,384 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services.
Grad rate: 31.7% |
-$502,403 | $17,683 | $16,063 | $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.