Best Certificate Programs at Columbia College by ROI
Every Certificate major at Columbia College ranked by estimated 20-year net return on investment. Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Programs Analyzed
1
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
-$545,540
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$12,900
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
English Language and Literature, General.
Grad rate: 64.1% |
-$545,540 | $15,368 | $12,900 | $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.