Where Hawkeye Community College Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all graphic communications associates's programs nationally
Earnings Distribution
How Hawkeye Community College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawkeye Community College | $29,682 | $24,820 | -16% |
| Front Range Community College | $24,989 | $39,303 | +57% |
| Austin Community College District | $32,657 | $35,111 | +8% |
| CUNY Hostos Community College | $10,309 | $30,130 | +192% |
| Houston Community College | $16,155 | $28,839 | +79% |
Compare to Similar Programs Nationally
Graphic Communications associates's programs at top institutions nationally
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Hawkeye Community CollegeWaterloo | $6,308 | $29,682 | $24,820 | $11,626* | — |
 Austin Community College DistrictAustin | $2,550 | $32,657 | $35,111 | $11,626* | 0.36 |
 Thaddeus Stevens College of TechnologyLancaster | $9,050 | $26,870 | $28,048 | $8,625* | 0.32 |
 Ozarks Technical Community CollegeSpringfield | $4,184 | $26,436 | $24,508 | $19,500* | 0.74 |
 Pikes Peak State CollegeColorado Springs | $4,302 | $25,596 | — | —* | — |
 Front Range Community CollegeWestminster | $4,740 | $24,989 | $39,303 | $13,275* | 0.53 |
| National Median | — | $23,932 | — | $11,626* | 0.49 |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with graphic communications graduates
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 Hawkeye Community College, approximately 22% 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 19 graduates with reported earnings and 15 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.