Best Certificate Programs at Fortis College-Smyrna by ROI
Every Certificate major at Fortis College-Smyrna 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
-$275,940
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$31,214
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions.
Grad rate: 50.5% |
-$207,423 | $33,617 | $31,214 | $6,333 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR).
Grad rate: 50.5% |
-$211,064 | $33,885 | $31,214 | $13,000 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Precision Metal Working.
Grad rate: 50.5% |
-$313,104 | $28,783 | $31,214 | $13,000 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services.
Grad rate: 50.5% |
-$372,169 | $25,645 | $31,214 | $10,263 | 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.