Best Certificate Programs at Minnesota West Community and Technical College by ROI
Every Certificate major at Minnesota West 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
-$39,440
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$17,205
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.
Grad rate: 41.6% |
+$314,495 | $58,585 | $17,205 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers.
Grad rate: 41.6% |
+$135,816 | $50,338 | $17,205 | $10,177 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies.
Grad rate: 41.6% |
-$243,050 | $31,349 | $17,205 | $9,500 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Health and Medical Administrative Services.
Grad rate: 41.6% |
-$365,025 | $24,609 | $17,205 | $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.