Best Doctoral Degree Programs at Boston University by ROI
Every Doctoral Degree major at Boston University 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
+$163,470
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$82,694
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas.
Grad rate: 89.5% |
+$345,344 | $75,806 | $82,694 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions.
Grad rate: 89.5% |
+$287,184 | $72,898 | $82,694 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Music.
Grad rate: 89.5% |
-$142,116 | $51,433 | $82,694 | $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.