Dental Support Services and Allied Professions at Century 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 Minnesota
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions certificate's programs at peer institutions in Minnesota (14 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Century College | — | $41,172 | — | — |
| Dakota County Technical College | $45,670 | $35,977 | $11,000 | 0.24 |
| Herzing University-Minneapolis | $41,499 | $27,192 | $18,624 | 0.45 |
| Central Lakes College-Brainerd | $40,329 | $35,053 | — | — |
| Northwest Technical College | $36,203 | — | — | — |
| Minneapolis Community and Technical College | $35,725 | $40,246 | — | — |
| National Median | $25,255 | — | $9,500 | 0.38 |
Other Dental Support Services and Allied Professions Programs in Minnesota
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Minnesota schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dakota County Technical College Rosemount | $6,419 | $45,670 | $11,000 |
| Herzing University-Minneapolis St. Louis Park | $13,420 | $41,499 | $18,624 |
| Central Lakes College-Brainerd Brainerd | $6,209 | $40,329 | — |
| Northwest Technical College Bemidji | $6,246 | $36,203 | — |
| Minneapolis Community and Technical College Minneapolis | $6,128 | $35,725 | — |
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.