Best Doctoral Degree Programs at University of Massachusetts-Lowell by ROI
Every Doctoral Degree major at University of Massachusetts-Lowell 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
+$451,971
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$29,521
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Grad rate: 70.6% |
+$861,116 | $90,960 | $29,521 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions.
Grad rate: 70.6% |
+$513,476 | $73,578 | $29,521 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Psychology, General.
Grad rate: 70.6% |
+$226,436 | $59,226 | $29,521 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Criminal Justice and Corrections.
Grad rate: 70.6% |
+$206,856 | $58,247 | $29,521 | $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.