Best Certificate Programs at Gateway Technical College by ROI
Every Certificate major at Gateway Technical 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
4
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
-$114,350
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$14,604
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Criminal Justice and Corrections.
Grad rate: 45.6% |
+$580,763 | $73,034 | $14,604 | $18,750 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Precision Metal Working.
Grad rate: 45.6% |
-$153,799 | $35,695 | $14,604 | $9,700 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services.
Grad rate: 45.6% |
-$315,259 | $27,631 | $14,604 | $9,834 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services.
Grad rate: 45.6% |
-$569,107 | $14,812 | $14,604 | $7,958 | 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.