Dental Support Services and Allied Professions at Delta College Inc

Delta College's dental support program sits in an unusual spot: it underperforms the national median by about $3,000 annually, yet ranks in the 60th percentile among Louisiana programs. That tells you something important—Louisiana's dental support market is simply weaker than the national average, with the state median at just $18,924 compared to $25,255 nationally. Among local options, Delta holds steady in the middle tier, trailing only Fortis College-Baton Rouge by a significant margin.

The low debt load of $5,800 offers genuine relief, with graduates facing a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 0.26—manageable even at these modest salary levels. However, the slight earnings decline from year one to year four suggests limited room for advancement in these roles. With 60% of students receiving Pell grants, many families here need this program to work as a stepping stone, and at under $6,000 in debt, it at least avoids the trap of overwhelming financial burden.

If your child is committed to dental support work and staying in Louisiana, this program won't saddle them with crushing debt. But be realistic: earnings will likely hover around $22,000, and the field doesn't appear to reward experience with meaningful raises. For families who can't relocate, Delta represents a reasonable local option. For those with flexibility, exploring out-of-state programs with stronger earnings trajectories might prove worthwhile.