Best Certificate Programs at Lake Superior College by ROI
Every Certificate major at Lake Superior 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
6
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
-$181,087
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$20,049
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.
Grad rate: 36.0% |
-$46,447 | $41,488 | $20,049 | $11,969 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies.
Grad rate: 36.0% |
-$75,009 | $40,062 | $20,049 | $12,000 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Precision Metal Working.
Grad rate: 36.0% |
-$90,251 | $39,391 | $20,049 | $13,350 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions.
Grad rate: 36.0% |
-$157,549 | $35,125 | $20,049 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 5 |
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services.
Grad rate: 36.0% |
-$219,829 | $33,091 | $20,049 | $16,000 | Full ROI → |
| 6 |
Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services.
Grad rate: 36.0% |
-$497,439 | $18,873 | $20,049 | $11,000 | 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.