Best Master's Degree Programs at Northwestern State University of Louisiana by ROI
Every Master's Degree major at Northwestern State University of Louisiana ranked by estimated 20-year net return on investment. Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Programs Analyzed
6
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
+$216,441
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$24,496
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Grad rate: 45.5% |
+$1,059,048 | $97,402 | $24,496 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Health and Physical Education/Fitness.
Grad rate: 45.5% |
+$135,488 | $51,224 | $24,496 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Educational Administration and Supervision.
Grad rate: 45.5% |
+$108,528 | $49,876 | $24,496 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
English Language and Literature, General.
Grad rate: 45.5% |
+$20,908 | $45,495 | $24,496 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 5 |
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.
Grad rate: 45.5% |
-$812 | $44,409 | $24,496 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 6 |
Student Counseling and Personnel Services.
Grad rate: 45.5% |
-$24,512 | $43,224 | $24,496 | $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.