Best Certificate Programs at Iowa Central Community College by ROI
Every Certificate major at Iowa Central 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
-$94,593
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$15,405
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.
Grad rate: 40.7% |
+$147,423 | $51,394 | $15,405 | $18,557 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Precision Metal Working.
Grad rate: 40.7% |
+$11,615 | $43,351 | $15,405 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Ground Transportation.
Grad rate: 40.7% |
-$442,817 | $20,950 | $15,405 | $4,750 | 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.