Best Certificate Programs at CET-Santa Maria by ROI
Every Certificate major at CET-Santa Maria ranked by estimated 20-year net return on investment. Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Programs Analyzed
4
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
-$366,369
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$19,184
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Ground Transportation.
Grad rate: 41.6% |
-$226,901 | $32,063 | $19,184 | $6,650 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services.
Grad rate: 41.6% |
-$358,476 | $25,476 | $19,184 | $6,528 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Business Operations Support and Assistant Services.
Grad rate: 41.6% |
-$429,280 | $21,893 | $19,184 | $5,894 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection.
Grad rate: 41.6% |
-$450,817 | $20,852 | $19,184 | $6,425 | 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.