Best Certificate Programs at Fortis College-Columbia by ROI
Every Certificate major at Fortis College-Columbia 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
-$327,660
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$34,276
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: 33.9% |
-$214,126 | $33,885 | $34,276 | $13,000 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Health and Medical Administrative Services.
Grad rate: 33.9% |
-$340,015 | $27,654 | $34,276 | $13,940 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services.
Grad rate: 33.9% |
-$375,231 | $25,645 | $34,276 | $10,263 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions.
Grad rate: 33.9% |
-$381,271 | $25,539 | $34,276 | $13,167 | 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.