Best Master's Degree Programs at California State University-Chico by ROI
Every Master's Degree major at California State University-Chico ranked by estimated 20-year net return on investment. Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree
Programs Analyzed
5
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
+$239,160
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$25,590
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Communication Disorders Sciences and Services.
Grad rate: 63.9% |
+$495,240 | $69,321 | $25,590 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Social Work.
Grad rate: 63.9% |
+$332,160 | $61,167 | $25,590 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Psychology, General.
Grad rate: 63.9% |
+$242,080 | $56,663 | $25,590 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Grad rate: 63.9% |
+$149,100 | $52,014 | $25,590 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 5 |
Health and Physical Education/Fitness.
Grad rate: 63.9% |
-$22,780 | $43,420 | $25,590 | $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.