Best Certificate Programs at St Cloud Technical and Community College by ROI
Every Certificate major at St Cloud Technical and 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
+$143,015
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$15,374
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR).
Grad rate: 37.6% |
+$430,494 | $64,995 | $15,374 | $10,394 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Precision Metal Working.
Grad rate: 37.6% |
+$144,021 | $50,611 | $15,374 | $9,500 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers.
Grad rate: 37.6% |
+$136,268 | $50,139 | $15,374 | $8,250 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies.
Grad rate: 37.6% |
+$90,386 | $48,098 | $15,374 | $12,000 | Full ROI → |
| 5 |
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.
Grad rate: 37.6% |
-$86,092 | $40,073 | $15,374 | $23,836 | 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.