Best Master's Degree Programs at California State University-Monterey Bay by ROI
Every Master's Degree major at California State University-Monterey Bay 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
4
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
+$570,016
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$26,017
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Grad rate: 62.4% |
+$775,746 | $83,389 | $26,017 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Educational/Instructional Media Design.
Grad rate: 62.4% |
+$612,086 | $75,206 | $26,017 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Education, General.
Grad rate: 62.4% |
+$481,786 | $68,691 | $26,017 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Social Work.
Grad rate: 62.4% |
+$410,446 | $65,124 | $26,017 | $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.