Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions at Dutchess Community College
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Distribution
How Dutchess Community College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Dutchess Community College graduates earn $33k, placing them in the 61th percentile of all clinical/medical laboratory science/research and allied professions certificate programs nationally.
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 New York
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions certificate's programs at peer institutions in New York (7 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dutchess Community College | $33,341 | $36,780 | $12,165* | — |
| Onondaga Cortland Madison BOCES | $33,804 | — | $7,156* | 0.21 |
| National Median | $31,071 | — | $10,866* | 0.35 |
Other Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions Programs in New York
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New York schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Onondaga Cortland Madison BOCES Liverpool | — | $33,804 | $7,156 |
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 Dutchess Community College, approximately 19% 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.
Sample Size: Based on 18 graduates with reported earnings and 14 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.