Legal Support Services at Johnston Community College
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Distribution
How Johnston Community College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Johnston Community College graduates earn $41k, placing them in the 56th percentile of all legal support services certificate programs nationally.
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
Legal Support Services certificate's programs at peer institutions in North Carolina (23 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Johnston Community College | $41,278 | $35,347 | — | — |
| Central Piedmont Community College | $44,012 | $47,356 | — | — |
| National Median | $40,429 | — | $20,834 | 0.52 |
Other Legal Support Services Programs in North Carolina
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across North Carolina schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Piedmont Community College Charlotte | $2,792 | $44,012 | — |
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 Johnston Community College, approximately 23% 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 18 graduates with reported earnings and 13 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.