Best Certificate Programs at Cape Fear Community College by ROI
Every Certificate major at Cape Fear 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
-$241,965
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$13,977
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Criminal Justice and Corrections.
Grad rate: 31.4% |
-$20,833 | $42,740 | $13,977 | $16,042 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services.
Grad rate: 31.4% |
-$463,097 | $19,544 | $13,977 | $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.