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Grade A Colleges (2026)
626 school-major combinations with ROI Score 80-100/100. Excellent ROI with low debt, high earnings, and strong job markets.
626
Programs
90/100
Avg ROI Score
$21K
Avg Median Debt
$85K
Avg Year 1 Earnings
Top 50 Grade A Programs
Frequently Asked Questions
A grade A means the school-major combination scored 80-100 out of 100 on our ROI Score. Excellent ROI with low debt, high earnings, and strong job markets.
626 school-major combinations currently hold a grade A. The average debt for these programs is $21K with average first-year earnings of $85K.
The ROI Score (0-100) weighs five factors: debt-to-income ratio (35%), earnings premium vs national average (25%), job market outlook (20%), graduation rate (10%), and debt vs national average for that major (10%). The letter grade maps directly from this score.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, 2026.