Best Certificate Programs at Meridian Community College by ROI
Every Certificate major at Meridian Community 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
5
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
-$315,342
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$13,402
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies.
Grad rate: 37.4% |
-$146,442 | $35,348 | $13,402 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Ground Transportation.
Grad rate: 37.4% |
-$236,862 | $30,827 | $13,402 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Precision Metal Working.
Grad rate: 37.4% |
-$312,382 | $27,051 | $13,402 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.
Grad rate: 37.4% |
-$349,644 | $26,019 | $13,402 | $12,313 | Full ROI → |
| 5 |
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services.
Grad rate: 37.4% |
-$531,382 | $16,101 | $13,402 | $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.