Best Certificate Programs at Columbus Technical College by ROI
Every Certificate major at Columbus Technical College ranked by estimated 20-year net return on investment. Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Certificate
Associate Degree
Programs Analyzed
7
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
-$310,588
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$12,783
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Precision Metal Working.
Grad rate: 21.9% |
-$191,183 | $33,080 | $12,783 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General.
Grad rate: 21.9% |
-$225,963 | $31,341 | $12,783 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.
Grad rate: 21.9% |
-$270,023 | $29,138 | $12,783 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR).
Grad rate: 21.9% |
-$311,223 | $27,078 | $12,783 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 5 |
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services.
Grad rate: 21.9% |
-$368,523 | $24,213 | $12,783 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 6 |
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies.
Grad rate: 21.9% |
-$382,683 | $23,505 | $12,783 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 7 |
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services.
Grad rate: 21.9% |
-$424,523 | $21,413 | $12,783 | $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.