Best Certificate Programs at Fortis College-Richmond by ROI
Every Certificate major at Fortis College-Richmond 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
-$365,072
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$26,643
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.
Grad rate: 35.6% |
-$13,197 | $44,053 | $26,643 | $20,455 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR).
Grad rate: 35.6% |
-$276,299 | $30,236 | $26,643 | $10,649 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions.
Grad rate: 35.6% |
-$307,603 | $27,952 | $26,643 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions.
Grad rate: 35.6% |
-$445,376 | $21,830 | $26,643 | $11,358 | Full ROI → |
| 5 |
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services.
Grad rate: 35.6% |
-$475,328 | $20,207 | $26,643 | $9,500 | Full ROI → |
| 6 |
Health and Medical Administrative Services.
Grad rate: 35.6% |
-$504,983 | $18,083 | $26,643 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 7 |
Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services.
Grad rate: 35.6% |
-$532,723 | $17,341 | $26,643 | $9,556 | 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.