Best Master's Degree Programs at CUNY Graduate School and University Center by ROI
Every Master's Degree major at CUNY Graduate School and University Center 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
+$527,535
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
N/A
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Business Administration, Management and Operations. | +$921,440 | $88,072 | N/A | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 2 | Urban Studies/Affairs. | +$804,440 | $82,222 | N/A | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 3 | Journalism. | +$294,720 | $56,736 | N/A | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 4 | Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | +$89,540 | $46,477 | N/A | $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.