Best Certificate Programs at Lake Area Technical College by ROI
Every Certificate major at Lake Area 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
3
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
-$247,704
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$18,239
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.
Grad rate: 67.0% |
-$108,759 | $38,662 | $18,239 | $17,600 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions.
Grad rate: 67.0% |
-$165,036 | $35,217 | $18,239 | $8,250 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services.
Grad rate: 67.0% |
-$469,319 | $20,256 | $18,239 | $12,000 | 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.