Best Certificate Programs at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee by ROI
Every Certificate major at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee ranked by estimated 20-year net return on investment. Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Certificate
Associate Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Post-baccalaureate Certificate
Master's Degree
Doctoral Degree
Programs Analyzed
4
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
+$5,041
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$22,174
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Visual and Performing Arts, General.
Grad rate: 49.6% |
+$139,913 | $51,845 | $22,174 | $25,787 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
International Business.
Grad rate: 49.6% |
+$11,874 | $45,465 | $22,174 | $26,112 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.
Grad rate: 49.6% |
-$40,973 | $43,040 | $22,174 | $29,333 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Behavioral Sciences.
Grad rate: 49.6% |
-$90,647 | $40,245 | $22,174 | $24,721 | 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.