Best Certificate Programs at Portage Lakes Career Center by ROI
Every Certificate major at Portage Lakes Career Center ranked by estimated 20-year net return on investment. Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Programs Analyzed
3
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
-$126,388
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$22,575
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.
Grad rate: 67.1% |
-$107,775 | $37,740 | $22,575 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Precision Metal Working.
Grad rate: 67.1% |
-$125,555 | $36,851 | $22,575 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians.
Grad rate: 67.1% |
-$145,835 | $35,837 | $22,575 | $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.