Best Certificate Programs at Indiana University-Bloomington by ROI
Every Certificate major at Indiana University-Bloomington ranked by estimated 20-year net return on investment. Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Programs Analyzed
3
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
+$616,184
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$27,361
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Business/Commerce, General.
Grad rate: 81.2% |
+$870,274 | $88,198 | $27,361 | $19,500 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
International Relations and National Security Studies.
Grad rate: 81.2% |
+$832,094 | $86,289 | $27,361 | $19,500 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.
Grad rate: 81.2% |
+$146,184 | $52,061 | $27,361 | $20,500 | 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.