Best Master's Degree Programs at Samford University by ROI
Every Master's Degree major at Samford University 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
+$385,892
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$53,934
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: 78.8% |
+$1,150,312 | $104,909 | $53,934 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Grad rate: 78.8% |
+$655,512 | $80,169 | $53,934 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Accounting and Related Services.
Grad rate: 78.8% |
+$339,412 | $64,364 | $53,934 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Educational Administration and Supervision.
Grad rate: 78.8% |
+$209,632 | $57,875 | $53,934 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 5 |
Theological and Ministerial Studies.
Grad rate: 78.8% |
-$19,028 | $46,442 | $53,934 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 6 |
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.
Grad rate: 78.8% |
-$20,488 | $46,369 | $53,934 | $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.