Best Certificate Programs at Lamar Institute of Technology by ROI
Every Certificate major at Lamar Institute of Technology ranked by estimated 20-year net return on investment. Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Certificate
Associate Degree
Programs Analyzed
2
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
+$95,201
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$14,139
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Criminal Justice and Corrections.
Grad rate: 27.4% |
+$351,481 | $61,315 | $14,139 | $15,318 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Precision Metal Working.
Grad rate: 27.4% |
-$161,079 | $34,653 | $14,139 | $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.