Best Certificate Programs at Rio Salado College by ROI
Every Certificate major at Rio Salado 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
+$107,513
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$13,740
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Fine and Studio Arts.
Grad rate: 3.9% |
+$297,300 | $57,552 | $13,740 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Data Processing.
Grad rate: 3.9% |
+$183,680 | $51,871 | $13,740 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Criminal Justice and Corrections.
Grad rate: 3.9% |
+$21,335 | $44,530 | $13,740 | $11,500 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Business Operations Support and Assistant Services.
Grad rate: 3.9% |
-$72,260 | $39,074 | $13,740 | $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.