Best Doctoral Degree Programs at Liberty University by ROI
Every Doctoral Degree major at Liberty University ranked by estimated 20-year net return on investment. Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Programs Analyzed
5
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
+$23,944
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$41,707
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries.
Grad rate: 64.5% |
+$236,552 | $62,169 | $41,707 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Educational Administration and Supervision.
Grad rate: 64.5% |
+$214,212 | $61,052 | $41,707 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Theological and Ministerial Studies.
Grad rate: 64.5% |
+$100,892 | $55,386 | $41,707 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Grad rate: 64.5% |
-$122,768 | $44,203 | $41,707 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 5 |
Special Education and Teaching.
Grad rate: 64.5% |
-$309,168 | $34,883 | $41,707 | $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.