Best Doctoral Degree Programs at University of Georgia by ROI
Every Doctoral Degree major at University of Georgia 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
+$451,996
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$27,436
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Educational Administration and Supervision.
Grad rate: 87.6% |
+$760,896 | $85,532 | $27,436 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas.
Grad rate: 87.6% |
+$604,436 | $77,709 | $27,436 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Student Counseling and Personnel Services.
Grad rate: 87.6% |
+$564,996 | $75,737 | $27,436 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.
Grad rate: 87.6% |
+$396,016 | $67,288 | $27,436 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 5 |
Music.
Grad rate: 87.6% |
-$66,364 | $44,169 | $27,436 | $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.