Best Doctoral Degree Programs at University of Missouri-Kansas City by ROI
Every Doctoral Degree major at University of Missouri-Kansas City 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
+$1,112,100
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$24,645
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Grad rate: 56.0% |
+$2,396,580 | $166,758 | $24,645 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Music.
Grad rate: 56.0% |
-$172,380 | $38,310 | $24,645 | $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.