Best Doctoral Degree Programs at Cornell University by ROI
Every Doctoral Degree major at Cornell University ranked by estimated 20-year net return on investment. Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Programs Analyzed
2
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
+$1,887,836
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$83,196
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Law.
Grad rate: 95.2% |
+$2,972,656 | $207,272 | $83,196 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Veterinary Medicine.
Grad rate: 95.2% |
+$803,016 | $98,790 | $83,196 | $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.