Best Certificate Programs at Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology by ROI
Every Certificate major at Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology ranked by estimated 20-year net return on investment. Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Programs Analyzed
5
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
-$182,263
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$15,714
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Precision Metal Working.
Grad rate: 82.9% |
-$117,754 | $36,898 | $15,714 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians.
Grad rate: 82.9% |
-$155,674 | $35,002 | $15,714 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.
Grad rate: 82.9% |
-$200,720 | $34,051 | $15,714 | $19,279 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies.
Grad rate: 82.9% |
-$203,574 | $32,607 | $15,714 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 5 |
Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies.
Grad rate: 82.9% |
-$233,594 | $31,403 | $15,714 | $4,400 | 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.