Best Certificate Programs at College of the Desert by ROI
Every Certificate major at College of the Desert ranked by estimated 20-year net return on investment. Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Certificate
Associate Degree
Programs Analyzed
1
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
+$179,087
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$20,053
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Criminal Justice and Corrections.
Grad rate: 28.1% |
+$179,087 | $51,957 | $20,053 | $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.