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 Georgia

Accounting certificate's programs at peer institutions in Georgia (30 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Gwinnett Technical College$32,468
Interactive College of Technology-Chamblee$36,264$17,679
Interactive College of Technology-Morrow$36,264$17,679
Interactive College of Technology-Gainesville$36,264$17,679
Herzing University-Atlanta$31,620$26,473$24,2520.77
National Median$31,684$13,0470.41

Other Accounting Programs in Georgia

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Georgia schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
Interactive College of Technology-Chamblee
Chamblee
$11,330$36,264
Interactive College of Technology-Morrow
Morrow
$11,210$36,264
Interactive College of Technology-Gainesville
Gainesville
$11,210$36,264
Herzing University-Atlanta
Atlanta
$13,420$31,620$24,252

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 Gwinnett Technical College, approximately 39% 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.