Best Certificate Programs at Minnesota State College Southeast by ROI
Every Certificate major at Minnesota State College Southeast 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
-$64,840
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$20,158
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Precision Metal Working.
Grad rate: 42.5% |
+$122,447 | $49,974 | $20,158 | $12,500 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Ground Transportation.
Grad rate: 42.5% |
+$96,622 | $47,839 | $20,158 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.
Grad rate: 42.5% |
-$20,435 | $43,559 | $20,158 | $23,302 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies.
Grad rate: 42.5% |
-$151,118 | $35,452 | $20,158 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 5 |
Health and Medical Administrative Services.
Grad rate: 42.5% |
-$178,098 | $34,103 | $20,158 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 6 |
Precision Systems Maintenance and Repair Technologies.
Grad rate: 42.5% |
-$258,463 | $31,266 | $20,158 | $17,500 | 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.