Best Master's Degree Programs at University of California-Santa Cruz by ROI
Every Master's Degree major at University of California-Santa Cruz 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
+$144,672
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$38,649
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Economics.
Grad rate: 75.7% |
+$323,722 | $62,051 | $38,649 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Educational Assessment, Evaluation, and Research.
Grad rate: 75.7% |
+$225,942 | $57,162 | $38,649 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Fine and Studio Arts.
Grad rate: 75.7% |
+$212,782 | $56,504 | $38,649 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft.
Grad rate: 75.7% |
-$183,758 | $36,677 | $38,649 | $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.