Best Doctoral Degree Programs at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville by ROI
Every Doctoral Degree major at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville 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
+$111,478
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$32,658
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Education, General.
Grad rate: 73.0% |
+$408,928 | $68,978 | $32,658 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Social Work.
Grad rate: 73.0% |
-$185,972 | $39,233 | $32,658 | $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.