Best Certificate Programs at Emerald Coast Technical College by ROI
Every Certificate major at Emerald Coast Technical College ranked by estimated 20-year net return on investment. Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Programs Analyzed
2
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
-$390,311
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$19,324
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.
Grad rate: 74.1% |
-$119,639 | $37,423 | $19,324 | $6,500 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services.
Grad rate: 74.1% |
-$660,984 | $9,917 | $19,324 | $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.