Best Doctoral Degree Programs at University of Colorado Boulder by ROI
Every Doctoral Degree major at University of Colorado Boulder 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
+$609,926
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$33,466
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering.
Grad rate: 74.9% |
+$1,393,596 | $118,373 | $33,466 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Communication Disorders Sciences and Services.
Grad rate: 74.9% |
+$726,916 | $85,039 | $33,466 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Education, General.
Grad rate: 74.9% |
+$371,336 | $67,260 | $33,466 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Music.
Grad rate: 74.9% |
-$52,144 | $46,086 | $33,466 | $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.