Best Master's Degree Programs at Smith College by ROI
Every Master's Degree major at Smith College 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
3
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
+$38,845
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$82,134
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Social Work.
Grad rate: 89.1% |
+$74,972 | $53,962 | $82,134 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.
Grad rate: 89.1% |
+$73,452 | $53,886 | $82,134 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Education, General.
Grad rate: 89.1% |
-$31,888 | $48,619 | $82,134 | $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.