Accounting at Century College
Associate's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Century College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Century College graduates earn $47k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all accounting associates 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
Accounting associates's programs at peer institutions in Minnesota (28 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Century College | $46,996 | $42,456 | — | — |
| North Hennepin Community College | $49,685 | $48,712 | — | — |
| Rasmussen University-Minnesota | $43,765 | $44,358 | $23,823 | 0.54 |
| Anoka-Ramsey Community College | $43,520 | $50,060 | $22,083 | 0.51 |
| Minnesota State Community and Technical College | $39,742 | $34,414 | $26,790 | 0.67 |
| Dakota County Technical College | $37,289 | $48,370 | $21,469 | 0.58 |
| National Median | $37,000 | — | $19,354 | 0.52 |
Other Accounting Programs in Minnesota
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Minnesota schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Hennepin Community College Brooklyn Park | $5,050 | $49,685 | — |
| Rasmussen University-Minnesota St. Cloud | $10,899 | $43,765 | $23,823 |
| Anoka-Ramsey Community College Coon Rapids | $5,682 | $43,520 | $22,083 |
| Minnesota State Community and Technical College Fergus Falls | $5,900 | $39,742 | $26,790 |
| Dakota County Technical College Rosemount | $6,419 | $37,289 | $21,469 |
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 Century 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.
Sample Size: Based on 18 graduates with reported earnings and 13 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.