Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods at Gaston 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 North Carolina
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods associates's programs at peer institutions in North Carolina (59 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gaston College | — | $20,868 | — | — |
| Stanly Community College | $32,147 | $25,402 | — | — |
| Guilford Technical Community College | $31,215 | $21,404 | $24,500 | 0.78 |
| Haywood Community College | $28,013 | $25,733 | — | — |
| James Sprunt Community College | $26,775 | $21,492 | — | — |
| Alamance Community College | $26,105 | $22,100 | — | — |
| National Median | $25,120 | — | $13,608 | 0.54 |
Other Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods Programs in North Carolina
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across North Carolina schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stanly Community College Albemarle | $2,672 | $32,147 | — |
| Guilford Technical Community College Jamestown | $2,319 | $31,215 | $24,500 |
| Haywood Community College Clyde | $2,612 | $28,013 | — |
| James Sprunt Community College Kenansville | $2,592 | $26,775 | — |
| Alamance Community College Graham | $2,528 | $26,105 | — |
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 Gaston College, approximately 26% 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.