Accounting at Gwinnett Technical College
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
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)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/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 | $24,252 | 0.77 |
| National Median | $31,684 | — | $13,047 | 0.41 |
Other Accounting Programs in Georgia
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Georgia schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (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.