Best Master's Degree Programs at Pacific Lutheran University by ROI
Every Master's Degree major at Pacific Lutheran University 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
+$437,948
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$62,921
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Grad rate: 71.4% |
+$775,538 | $87,069 | $62,921 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Grad rate: 71.4% |
+$765,618 | $86,573 | $62,921 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.
Grad rate: 71.4% |
+$317,918 | $64,188 | $62,921 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.
Grad rate: 71.4% |
-$107,282 | $42,928 | $62,921 | $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.