Best Certificate Programs at Elgin Community College by ROI
Every Certificate major at Elgin Community 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
+$56,981
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$9,837
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.
Grad rate: 38.9% |
+$362,843 | $60,634 | $9,837 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions.
Grad rate: 38.9% |
+$163,023 | $50,643 | $9,837 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies.
Grad rate: 38.9% |
+$112,543 | $48,119 | $9,837 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Ground Transportation.
Grad rate: 38.9% |
+$18,612 | $43,693 | $9,837 | $4,008 | Full ROI → |
| 5 |
Precision Metal Working.
Grad rate: 38.9% |
-$23,337 | $41,325 | $9,837 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 6 |
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.
Grad rate: 38.9% |
-$46,017 | $40,191 | $9,837 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 7 |
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions.
Grad rate: 38.9% |
-$188,797 | $33,052 | $9,837 | $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.