Accounting at Interactive College of Technology-Morrow

This program's graduates earn substantially below the national average for accounting associate's degrees—nearly $11,000 less than the $37,000 median—though earnings sit right at Georgia's state median. More troubling is the earnings trajectory: graduates actually see their income drop by 11% between years one and four, falling from $26,189 to $23,396. This suggests limited career progression or potentially high turnover into lower-paying roles.

The debt picture offers some relief. At $13,557, borrowing is well below the national median of $19,354, and the 0.52 debt-to-earnings ratio means graduates could theoretically pay off loans in roughly 18 months if dedicating a third of their income to it. However, when comparing to other Georgia options, the value gap becomes stark: Gwinnett Technical College's accounting program produces graduates earning $40,820—over $14,000 more annually—while likely offering similar or lower debt loads.

For families seeking an accounting credential in Georgia, this represents a weak investment. The combination of below-average earnings and declining income over time suggests graduates struggle to gain traction in the field. While the debt burden is manageable, other Georgia technical colleges deliver significantly stronger outcomes for similar investment. Unless geographic constraints make this the only accessible option, families should look to alternatives like Gwinnett or Georgia Northwestern Technical College.