Best Certificate Programs at Protege Academy by ROI
Every Certificate major at Protege Academy ranked by estimated 20-year net return on investment. Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Programs Analyzed
1
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
-$506,724
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$16,870
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services.
Grad rate: 60.5% |
-$506,724 | $18,171 | $16,870 | $9,833 | 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.