Design and Applied Arts at Forsyth Technical Community College
Associate's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Forsyth Technical Community College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Forsyth Technical Community College graduates earn $30k, placing them in the 61th percentile of all design and applied arts associates programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in North Carolina
Design and Applied Arts associates's programs at peer institutions in North Carolina (28 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forsyth Technical Community College | $29,715 | — | — | — |
| Central Piedmont Community College | $30,979 | $32,028 | — | — |
| Guilford Technical Community College | $24,827 | $33,442 | $19,000 | 0.77 |
| National Median | $27,846 | — | $14,454 | 0.52 |
Other Design and Applied Arts Programs in North Carolina
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across North Carolina schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Piedmont Community College Charlotte | $2,792 | $30,979 | — |
| Guilford Technical Community College Jamestown | $2,319 | $24,827 | $19,000 |
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 Forsyth Technical Community College, approximately 41% 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 20 graduates with reported earnings and 12 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.