Best Doctoral Degree Programs at Emory University by ROI
Every Doctoral Degree major at Emory 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
+$89,244
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$78,814
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Biology, General.
Grad rate: 90.9% |
+$227,424 | $69,134 | $78,814 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Religion/Religious Studies.
Grad rate: 90.9% |
-$48,936 | $55,316 | $78,814 | $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.