Best Certificate Programs at Kirkwood Community College by ROI
Every Certificate major at Kirkwood 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
-$236,590
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$14,797
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR).
Grad rate: 37.9% |
+$15,103 | $43,495 | $14,797 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Culinary Arts and Related Services.
Grad rate: 37.9% |
-$270,797 | $29,200 | $14,797 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Animal Sciences.
Grad rate: 37.9% |
-$454,077 | $20,036 | $14,797 | $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.