Best Certificate Programs at Rowan-Cabarrus Community College by ROI
Every Certificate major at Rowan-Cabarrus 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
5
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
-$213,182
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$14,666
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Criminal Justice and Corrections.
Grad rate: 30.4% |
+$167,510 | $51,826 | $14,666 | $10,625 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Computer and Information Sciences, General.
Grad rate: 30.4% |
-$39,848 | $41,322 | $14,666 | $8,609 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Health and Medical Administrative Services.
Grad rate: 30.4% |
-$272,347 | $29,850 | $14,666 | $10,875 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Grad rate: 30.4% |
-$296,387 | $28,606 | $14,666 | $10,253 | Full ROI → |
| 5 |
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services.
Grad rate: 30.4% |
-$624,841 | $12,605 | $14,666 | $16,500 | 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.