Best Certificate Programs at CES College by ROI
Every Certificate major at CES College ranked by estimated 20-year net return on investment. Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Programs Analyzed
2
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
-$492,512
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$33,522
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.
Grad rate: 45.6% |
-$189,022 | $35,386 | $33,522 | $17,200 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
English Language and Literature/Letters, Other.
Grad rate: 45.6% |
-$796,002 | $3,876 | $33,522 | $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.