Best Certificate Programs at Minnesota State Community and Technical College by ROI
Every Certificate major at Minnesota State Community and 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
4
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
-$32,132
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$15,570
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers.
Grad rate: 44.1% |
+$159,862 | $51,375 | $15,570 | $8,939 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR).
Grad rate: 44.1% |
+$137,565 | $50,163 | $15,570 | $7,500 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies.
Grad rate: 44.1% |
-$168,770 | $34,340 | $15,570 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Health and Medical Administrative Services.
Grad rate: 44.1% |
-$257,185 | $31,866 | $15,570 | $28,841 | 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.