Best Certificate Programs at Technical College of the Rockies by ROI
Every Certificate major at Technical College of the Rockies ranked by estimated 20-year net return on investment. Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Programs Analyzed
3
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
-$57,218
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$8,852
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.
Grad rate: 88.7% |
+$246,548 | $56,264 | $8,852 | $22,133 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Criminal Justice and Corrections.
Grad rate: 88.7% |
+$167,835 | $51,155 | $8,852 | $4,750 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services.
Grad rate: 88.7% |
-$586,039 | $13,603 | $8,852 | $6,850 | 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.