Location: Tulsa, OK
Est. Earnings (1yr)
$55,016
Est. from national median (196 programs)
Est. Median Debt
$24,764
Est. from national median (10 programs)

Analysis

Community Care College's dental support program shows estimated earnings that lag behind what similar programs in Oklahoma typically deliver. While peer programs nationally suggest first-year earnings around $55,000, other schools in the state report substantially higher figures—Rose State and Tulsa Community College graduates earn $70,000 and $63,000 respectively. That $11,000-$15,000 gap matters significantly when you're carrying debt, even if the estimated $24,764 burden here stays below $30,000.

The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.45 looks manageable on paper, and dental support roles generally offer stable employment. However, the uncertainty cuts both ways. If actual outcomes align more closely with other Oklahoma programs, this becomes a solid investment for the half of students here receiving Pell grants. But if they fall short of state norms, graduates face years of catching up to peers who chose different programs.

The clearest path forward: contact the school directly for their actual graduate outcomes, even if they can't publish official data. Any reputable program should be able to discuss where their graduates work and typical starting salaries in the Tulsa market. Without that conversation, you're comparing an unknown against programs with proven track records just miles away.

Where Community Care College Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all dental support services and allied professions associates's programs nationally

Community Care College (estimated ±10%)Other dental support services and allied professions programs

Dashed lines show national medians. Upper-left = best value.

Compare to Similar Programs in Oklahoma

Dental Support Services and Allied Professions associates's programs at peer institutions in Oklahoma (3 total in state)

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SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)*Earnings (4yr)Median Debt*Debt/Earnings
Community Care CollegeTulsa—$55,016*—$24,764*—
Rose State CollegeMidwest City$5,032$70,427*$68,655$22,500*0.32
Tulsa Community CollegeTulsa$3,768$63,224*$54,073$18,500*0.29
National Median—$55,016*—$19,309*0.35
* Estimated from similar programs

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with dental support services and allied professions graduates

Dental Hygienists

Administer oral hygiene care to patients. Assess patient oral hygiene problems or needs and maintain health records. Advise patients on oral health maintenance and disease prevention. May provide advanced care such as providing fluoride treatment or administering topical anesthesia.

$94,260/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in health specialties, in fields such as dentistry, laboratory technology, medicine, pharmacy, public health, therapy, and veterinary medicine.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Dental Assistants

Perform limited clinical duties under the direction of a dentist. Clinical duties may include equipment preparation and sterilization, preparing patients for treatment, assisting the dentist during treatment, and providing patients with instructions for oral healthcare procedures. May perform administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, billing, and coding information for insurance purposes.

$47,300/yrJobs growth:Postsecondary nondegree award

Dental Laboratory Technicians

Construct and repair full or partial dentures or dental appliances.

$45,820/yrJobs growth:High school diploma or equivalent
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 Community Care College, approximately 50% 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 196 similar programs. Actual outcomes may vary.