College ROI by Major: Which Degrees Actually Pay Off?
With student debt at $1.7 trillion, choosing the right major matters more than ever. DegreeWize.com aggregates data on 2,727 colleges and 67,000+ major-institution combinations.
Highest ROI Majors
| Major | Median Mid-Career Salary |
|---|---|
| Computer Science | ~$110,000 |
| Electrical Engineering | ~$105,000 |
| Chemical Engineering | ~$105,000 |
| Finance | ~$85,000 |
Lowest ROI Majors
Fine Arts and some humanities majors show median mid-career salaries under $45,000 — often below the median high school grad with trade certification.
The School Matters Too
A CS degree from MIT vs a regional state school shows a $30,000/year earnings gap at the median.
Explore all combinations at DegreeWize.com.
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