Best Certificate Programs at Porter & Chester Institute of Hamden by ROI
Every Certificate major at Porter & Chester Institute of Hamden ranked by estimated 20-year net return on investment. Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Programs Analyzed
7
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
-$216,239
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$26,012
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.
Grad rate: 34.7% |
-$35,152 | $42,948 | $26,012 | $20,815 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technology.
Grad rate: 34.7% |
-$96,314 | $39,438 | $26,012 | $14,120 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers.
Grad rate: 34.7% |
-$223,114 | $33,098 | $26,012 | $14,120 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR).
Grad rate: 34.7% |
-$235,254 | $32,491 | $26,012 | $14,120 | Full ROI → |
| 5 |
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services.
Grad rate: 34.7% |
-$283,957 | $29,744 | $26,012 | $9,500 | Full ROI → |
| 6 |
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions.
Grad rate: 34.7% |
-$290,097 | $29,437 | $26,012 | $9,500 | Full ROI → |
| 7 |
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies.
Grad rate: 34.7% |
-$349,790 | $26,750 | $26,012 | $13,910 | 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.