Applied Horticulture and Horticultural Business Services at Cincinnati State Technical and Community College
Associate's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
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Compare to Similar Programs in Ohio
Applied Horticulture and Horticultural Business Services associates's programs at peer institutions in Ohio (10 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cincinnati State Technical and Community College | $34,190* | $49,144 | $12,000* | — |
| Ohio State University Agricultural Technical Institute | $34,190* | $38,800 | $12,000* | 0.35 |
| Ohio State University-Main Campus | $34,190* | $38,800 | $12,000* | 0.35 |
| National Median | $34,190* | — | $12,000* | 0.35 |
Other Applied Horticulture and Horticultural Business Services Programs in Ohio
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Ohio schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ohio State University Agricultural Technical Institute Wooster | $9,310 | $34,190 | $12,000 |
| Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus | $12,859 | $34,190 | $12,000 |
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 Cincinnati State Technical and Community College, approximately 30% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the national median of 6 similar programs. Actual outcomes may vary.