Best Certificate Programs at Western Dakota Technical College by ROI
Every Certificate major at Western Dakota Technical 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
4
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
-$226,360
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$20,885
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Precision Metal Working.
Grad rate: 52.9% |
-$158,543 | $35,733 | $20,885 | $9,125 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.
Grad rate: 52.9% |
-$179,940 | $35,431 | $20,885 | $20,500 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services.
Grad rate: 52.9% |
-$236,281 | $31,998 | $20,885 | $11,375 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions.
Grad rate: 52.9% |
-$330,675 | $27,253 | $20,885 | $11,000 | 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.