Computer and Information Sciences at Fayetteville Technical 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 North Carolina
Computer and Information Sciences associates's programs at peer institutions in North Carolina (58 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fayetteville Technical Community College | — | $45,003 | $15,000 | — |
| Wake Technical Community College | $48,280 | — | $17,698 | 0.37 |
| Durham Technical Community College | $45,847 | — | $9,667 | 0.21 |
| Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College | $41,027 | — | — | — |
| Central Piedmont Community College | $40,854 | $48,486 | $10,456 | 0.26 |
| Forsyth Technical Community College | $38,837 | — | $16,616 | 0.43 |
| National Median | $35,760 | — | $14,932 | 0.42 |
Other Computer and Information Sciences Programs in North Carolina
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across North Carolina schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wake Technical Community College Raleigh | $2,336 | $48,280 | $17,698 |
| Durham Technical Community College Durham | $1,986 | $45,847 | $9,667 |
| Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College Asheville | $2,882 | $41,027 | — |
| Central Piedmont Community College Charlotte | $2,792 | $40,854 | $10,456 |
| Forsyth Technical Community College Winston-Salem | $2,256 | $38,837 | $16,616 |
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 Fayetteville Technical Community College, approximately 34% 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.