Best Doctoral Degree Programs at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University by ROI
Every Doctoral Degree major at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University 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
+$620,700
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$32,040
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Veterinary Medicine.
Grad rate: 86.3% |
+$1,109,200 | $103,868 | $32,040 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Educational Administration and Supervision.
Grad rate: 86.3% |
+$731,640 | $84,990 | $32,040 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Curriculum and Instruction.
Grad rate: 86.3% |
+$469,380 | $71,877 | $32,040 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs.
Grad rate: 86.3% |
+$172,580 | $57,037 | $32,040 | $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.