Dental Support Services and Allied Professions at Central New Mexico Community College
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Distribution
How Central New Mexico Community College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Central New Mexico Community College graduates earn $28k, placing them in the 71th percentile of all dental support services and allied professions 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 New Mexico
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions certificate's programs at peer institutions in New Mexico (11 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central New Mexico Community College | $27,816 | $28,915 | $9,362* | — |
| Carrington College-Albuquerque | $26,485 | $28,072 | $8,933* | 0.34 |
| Pima Medical Institute-Albuquerque | $23,369 | $27,491 | $8,510* | 0.36 |
| National Median | $25,255 | — | $9,500* | 0.38 |
Other Dental Support Services and Allied Professions Programs in New Mexico
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New Mexico schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carrington College-Albuquerque Albuquerque | — | $26,485 | $8,933 |
| Pima Medical Institute-Albuquerque Albuquerque | — | $23,369 | $8,510 |
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 Central New Mexico Community College, approximately 26% 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.