Best Certificate Programs at Community College of Allegheny County by ROI
Every Certificate major at Community College of Allegheny County ranked by estimated 20-year net return on investment. Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Certificate
Associate Degree
Programs Analyzed
4
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
-$119,852
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$13,905
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions.
Grad rate: 20.9% |
+$172,311 | $53,133 | $13,905 | $26,995 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Health and Medical Administrative Services.
Grad rate: 20.9% |
-$129,936 | $36,940 | $13,905 | $10,986 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Precision Metal Working.
Grad rate: 20.9% |
-$206,685 | $32,361 | $13,905 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions.
Grad rate: 20.9% |
-$315,102 | $27,577 | $13,905 | $9,435 | 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.