Best Certificate Programs at Manhattan Area Technical College by ROI
Every Certificate major at Manhattan 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
+$146,380
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$18,055
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers.
Grad rate: 67.7% |
+$288,965 | $57,351 | $18,055 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.
Grad rate: 67.7% |
+$160,847 | $51,890 | $18,055 | $13,998 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Precision Metal Working.
Grad rate: 67.7% |
-$10,672 | $42,926 | $18,055 | $8,250 | 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.