Best Master's Degree Programs at Columbia College by ROI
Every Master's Degree major at Columbia College ranked by estimated 20-year net return on investment. Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Programs Analyzed
3
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
+$101,174
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$37,136
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Business/Commerce, General.
Grad rate: 44.0% |
+$528,548 | $72,141 | $37,136 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Criminal Justice and Corrections.
Grad rate: 44.0% |
-$18,752 | $44,776 | $37,136 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Curriculum and Instruction.
Grad rate: 44.0% |
-$206,272 | $35,400 | $37,136 | $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.