Best Certificate Programs at Paradise Valley Community College by ROI
Every Certificate major at Paradise Valley 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
4
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
+$119,652
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$19,032
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Fire Protection.
Grad rate: 19.8% |
+$276,648 | $56,784 | $19,032 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Business/Commerce, General.
Grad rate: 19.8% |
+$271,368 | $56,520 | $19,032 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Fine and Studio Arts.
Grad rate: 19.8% |
+$13,628 | $43,633 | $19,032 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions.
Grad rate: 19.8% |
-$83,035 | $39,247 | $19,032 | $6,625 | 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.