Best Certificate Programs at Southeast Community College Area by ROI
Every Certificate major at Southeast Community College Area 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
-$225,484
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$12,319
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.
Grad rate: 28.6% |
-$125,638 | $37,413 | $12,319 | $15,985 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Ground Transportation.
Grad rate: 28.6% |
-$226,803 | $31,829 | $12,319 | $8,196 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions.
Grad rate: 28.6% |
-$230,161 | $31,681 | $12,319 | $8,491 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies.
Grad rate: 28.6% |
-$261,659 | $29,533 | $12,319 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 5 |
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services.
Grad rate: 28.6% |
-$283,159 | $29,285 | $12,319 | $12,252 | 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.