Best Certificate Programs at CET-El Centro by ROI
Every Certificate major at CET-El Centro 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
-$437,792
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$29,455
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Ground Transportation.
Grad rate: 85.8% |
-$237,172 | $32,063 | $29,455 | $6,650 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Precision Metal Working.
Grad rate: 85.8% |
-$325,367 | $27,773 | $29,455 | $8,424 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection.
Grad rate: 85.8% |
-$461,088 | $20,852 | $29,455 | $6,425 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Accounting and Related Services.
Grad rate: 85.8% |
-$543,099 | $16,772 | $29,455 | $6,729 | Full ROI → |
| 5 |
General Sales, Merchandising and Related Marketing Operations.
Grad rate: 85.8% |
-$622,235 | $12,361 | $29,455 | $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.