Ground Transportation at Alexandria Technical & Community College
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Distribution
How Alexandria Technical & Community College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Alexandria Technical & Community College graduates earn $49k, placing them in the 85th percentile of all ground transportation certificate programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Minnesota
Ground Transportation certificate's programs at peer institutions in Minnesota (8 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandria Technical & Community College | $48,587 | $45,573 | — | — |
| Central Lakes College-Brainerd | $64,164 | $59,690 | $10,846 | 0.17 |
| Minnesota State College Southeast | $47,171 | $48,106 | — | — |
| Riverland Community College | $45,619 | — | $4,750 | 0.10 |
| National Median | $41,414 | — | $7,706 | 0.19 |
Other Ground Transportation Programs in Minnesota
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Minnesota schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Lakes College-Brainerd Brainerd | $6,209 | $64,164 | $10,846 |
| Minnesota State College Southeast Winona | $7,820 | $47,171 | — |
| Riverland Community College Austin | $6,250 | $45,619 | $4,750 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Alexandria Technical & Community College, approximately 16% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.
Sample Size: Based on 18 graduates with reported earnings and 12 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.