Best Doctoral Degree Programs at Ball State University by ROI
Every Doctoral Degree major at Ball State University ranked by estimated 20-year net return on investment. Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Programs Analyzed
4
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
+$206,439
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$25,134
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Business/Commerce, General.
Grad rate: 63.6% |
+$307,664 | $62,410 | $25,134 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Educational Administration and Supervision.
Grad rate: 63.6% |
+$270,004 | $60,527 | $25,134 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Special Education and Teaching.
Grad rate: 63.6% |
+$124,804 | $53,267 | $25,134 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Educational Assessment, Evaluation, and Research.
Grad rate: 63.6% |
+$123,284 | $53,191 | $25,134 | $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.