Best Certificate Programs at Tennessee College of Applied Technology Northwest by ROI
Every Certificate major at Tennessee College of Applied Technology Northwest ranked by estimated 20-year net return on investment. Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Programs Analyzed
5
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
-$241,045
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$17,024
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies.
Grad rate: 69.6% |
-$84,764 | $38,613 | $17,024 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR).
Grad rate: 69.6% |
-$192,384 | $33,232 | $17,024 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.
Grad rate: 69.6% |
-$257,129 | $30,501 | $17,024 | $7,500 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Precision Metal Working.
Grad rate: 69.6% |
-$285,204 | $28,591 | $17,024 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 5 |
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies.
Grad rate: 69.6% |
-$385,744 | $23,564 | $17,024 | $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.