Accounting at Catawba Valley Community College
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Distribution
How Catawba Valley Community College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Catawba Valley Community College graduates earn $36k, placing them in the 68th percentile of all accounting certificate programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in North Carolina
Accounting certificate's programs at peer institutions in North Carolina (52 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catawba Valley Community College | $35,972 | — | — | — |
| Davidson-Davie Community College | $41,532 | — | — | — |
| Wake Technical Community College | $38,258 | $37,019 | $16,592 | 0.43 |
| National Median | $31,684 | — | $13,047 | 0.41 |
Other Accounting Programs in North Carolina
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across North Carolina schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Davidson-Davie Community College Thomasville | $1,978 | $41,532 | — |
| Wake Technical Community College Raleigh | $2,336 | $38,258 | $16,592 |
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 Catawba Valley Community College, approximately 33% 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.