Best Certificate Programs at Blue Ridge Community and Technical College by ROI
Every Certificate major at Blue Ridge Community and 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
5
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
-$80,155
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$10,779
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management.
Grad rate: 37.8% |
+$217,001 | $53,389 | $10,779 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Computer and Information Sciences, General.
Grad rate: 37.8% |
+$132,681 | $49,173 | $10,779 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Criminal Justice and Corrections.
Grad rate: 37.8% |
-$212,819 | $31,898 | $10,779 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services.
Grad rate: 37.8% |
-$251,319 | $29,973 | $10,779 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 5 |
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.
Grad rate: 37.8% |
-$286,319 | $28,223 | $10,779 | $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.