Best Doctoral Degree Programs at University of California-Berkeley by ROI
Every Doctoral Degree major at University of California-Berkeley ranked by estimated 20-year net return on investment. Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Programs Analyzed
4
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
+$728,878
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$42,708
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Chemistry.
Grad rate: 93.5% |
+$1,248,628 | $112,973 | $42,708 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Education, General.
Grad rate: 93.5% |
+$635,528 | $82,318 | $42,708 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Natural Resources Conservation and Research.
Grad rate: 93.5% |
+$602,488 | $80,666 | $42,708 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Cell/Cellular Biology and Anatomical Sciences.
Grad rate: 93.5% |
+$428,868 | $71,985 | $42,708 | $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.