Best Certificate Programs at Athens Technical College by ROI
Every Certificate major at Athens Technical 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
7
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
-$308,965
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$13,425
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.
Grad rate: 33.1% |
-$34,365 | $40,953 | $13,425 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies.
Grad rate: 33.1% |
-$135,385 | $35,902 | $13,425 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General.
Grad rate: 33.1% |
-$241,345 | $30,604 | $13,425 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies.
Grad rate: 33.1% |
-$266,565 | $29,343 | $13,425 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 5 |
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services.
Grad rate: 33.1% |
-$403,925 | $22,475 | $13,425 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 6 |
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.
Grad rate: 33.1% |
-$531,125 | $16,115 | $13,425 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 7 |
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services.
Grad rate: 33.1% |
-$550,045 | $15,709 | $13,425 | $8,000 | 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.