Best Certificate Programs at Harrisburg Area Community College by ROI
Every Certificate major at Harrisburg Area Community 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
3
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
-$168,122
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$16,636
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.
Grad rate: 17.9% |
+$106,504 | $48,157 | $16,636 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions.
Grad rate: 17.9% |
-$295,656 | $28,049 | $16,636 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions.
Grad rate: 17.9% |
-$315,216 | $27,071 | $16,636 | $0 | 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.