Dental Support Services and Allied Professions at Columbus Technical College
Associate's Degree
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 Georgia
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions associates's programs at peer institutions in Georgia (16 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus Technical College | — | $47,309 | — | — |
| Georgia State University | $56,474 | $54,036 | $15,100 | 0.27 |
| Georgia State University-Perimeter College | $56,474 | $54,036 | $15,100 | 0.27 |
| Savannah Technical College | $54,090 | $51,183 | $7,250 | 0.13 |
| West Georgia Technical College | $53,056 | $47,348 | — | — |
| Central Georgia Technical College | $48,057 | $53,397 | $15,516 | 0.32 |
| National Median | $55,016 | — | $19,309 | 0.35 |
Other Dental Support Services and Allied Professions Programs in Georgia
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Georgia schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Georgia State University Atlanta | $8,478 | $56,474 | $15,100 |
| Georgia State University-Perimeter College Atlanta | $2,960 | $56,474 | $15,100 |
| Savannah Technical College Savannah | $3,072 | $54,090 | $7,250 |
| West Georgia Technical College Waco | $3,122 | $53,056 | — |
| Central Georgia Technical College Warner Robins | $3,180 | $48,057 | $15,516 |
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 Columbus Technical College, approximately 54% 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.