Best Certificate Programs at Blue Ridge Community College by ROI
Every Certificate major at Blue Ridge 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
5
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
-$140,889
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$15,437
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions.
Grad rate: 34.0% |
-$22,957 | $41,624 | $15,437 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Ground Transportation.
Grad rate: 34.0% |
-$126,197 | $36,462 | $15,437 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.
Grad rate: 34.0% |
-$139,074 | $36,375 | $15,437 | $8,250 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.
Grad rate: 34.0% |
-$180,737 | $33,735 | $15,437 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 5 |
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Grad rate: 34.0% |
-$235,482 | $31,774 | $15,437 | $11,500 | 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.