Best Master's Degree Programs at William & Mary by ROI
Every Master's Degree major at William & Mary 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
+$331,197
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$41,118
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Law.
Grad rate: 91.0% |
+$708,284 | $81,526 | $41,118 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Grad rate: 91.0% |
+$679,184 | $80,071 | $41,118 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 3 |
Public Policy Analysis.
Grad rate: 91.0% |
+$612,904 | $76,757 | $41,118 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 4 |
Curriculum and Instruction.
Grad rate: 91.0% |
+$27,264 | $47,475 | $41,118 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 5 |
Educational Administration and Supervision.
Grad rate: 91.0% |
+$16,064 | $46,915 | $41,118 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 6 |
Student Counseling and Personnel Services.
Grad rate: 91.0% |
-$56,516 | $43,286 | $41,118 | $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.