Computer and Information Sciences at Central Piedmont Community College
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
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 North Carolina
Computer and Information Sciences certificate's programs at peer institutions in North Carolina (59 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Piedmont Community College | — | $50,825 | — | — |
| Wake Technical Community College | $55,264 | — | $14,778 | 0.27 |
| Durham Technical Community College | $46,966 | — | $10,208 | 0.22 |
| Guilford Technical Community College | $36,227 | $38,780 | $20,000 | 0.55 |
| Davidson-Davie Community College | $36,168 | — | $12,625 | 0.35 |
| Rowan-Cabarrus Community College | $34,853 | $41,322 | $8,609 | 0.25 |
| National Median | $38,858 | — | $11,000 | 0.28 |
Other Computer and Information Sciences Programs in North Carolina
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across North Carolina schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wake Technical Community College Raleigh | $2,336 | $55,264 | $14,778 |
| Durham Technical Community College Durham | $1,986 | $46,966 | $10,208 |
| Guilford Technical Community College Jamestown | $2,319 | $36,227 | $20,000 |
| Davidson-Davie Community College Thomasville | $1,978 | $36,168 | $12,625 |
| Rowan-Cabarrus Community College Salisbury | $2,064 | $34,853 | $8,609 |
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 Piedmont Community College, approximately 39% 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.