Best Certificate Programs at Fortis College by ROI
Every Certificate major at Fortis 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
6
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
-$487,792
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$27,451
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR).
Grad rate: 50.7% |
-$399,281 | $24,286 | $27,451 | $13,000 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions.
Grad rate: 50.7% |
-$446,736 | $21,868 | $27,451 | $12,330 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services.
Grad rate: 50.7% |
-$465,316 | $20,748 | $27,451 | $9,500 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Health and Medical Administrative Services.
Grad rate: 50.7% |
-$522,616 | $17,883 | $27,451 | $9,500 | Full ROI → |
| 5 |
Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services.
Grad rate: 50.7% |
-$537,631 | $16,491 | $27,451 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 6 |
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services.
Grad rate: 50.7% |
-$555,176 | $16,344 | $27,451 | $10,819 | 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.