Best Certificate Programs at Lively Technical College by ROI
Every Certificate major at Lively Technical College ranked by estimated 20-year net return on investment. Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Programs Analyzed
7
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
-$352,430
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$12,833
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies.
Grad rate: 51.8% |
-$127,973 | $36,243 | $12,833 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.
Grad rate: 51.8% |
-$292,603 | $29,024 | $12,833 | $15,000 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR).
Grad rate: 51.8% |
-$301,453 | $27,569 | $12,833 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Precision Metal Working.
Grad rate: 51.8% |
-$328,193 | $26,232 | $12,833 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 5 |
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services.
Grad rate: 51.8% |
-$357,273 | $24,778 | $12,833 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 6 |
Culinary Arts and Related Services.
Grad rate: 51.8% |
-$495,913 | $17,846 | $12,833 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 7 |
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services.
Grad rate: 51.8% |
-$563,605 | $14,834 | $12,833 | $5,520 | 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.