Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions at Gadsden State Community College
Associate's Degree
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 Alabama
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions associates's programs at peer institutions in Alabama (5 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gadsden State Community College | — | $36,382 | — | — |
| George C Wallace State Community College-Hanceville | $42,590 | $35,674 | $15,225 | 0.36 |
| John C Calhoun State Community College | $42,551 | — | — | — |
| Fortis Institute-Birmingham | $40,819 | $37,575 | $35,304 | 0.86 |
| National Median | $48,026 | — | $24,994 | 0.52 |
Other Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions Programs in Alabama
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Alabama schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| George C Wallace State Community College-Hanceville Hanceville | $4,980 | $42,590 | $15,225 |
| John C Calhoun State Community College Tanner | $5,060 | $42,551 | — |
| Fortis Institute-Birmingham Birmingham | $14,561 | $40,819 | $35,304 |
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 Gadsden State Community College, approximately 47% 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.