Audiovisual Communications Technologies/Technicians at McDowell Technical Community College
Associate's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in North Carolina
Audiovisual Communications Technologies/Technicians associates's programs at peer institutions in North Carolina (13 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| McDowell Technical Community College | $22,790* | — | $12,000* | — |
| Guilford Technical Community College | $28,287* | $28,547 | $20,251* | 0.72 |
| National Median | $22,790* | — | $18,247* | 0.80 |
Other Audiovisual Communications Technologies/Technicians Programs in North Carolina
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across North Carolina schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guilford Technical Community College Jamestown | $2,319 | $28,287 | $20,251 |
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 McDowell Technical Community College, approximately 37% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the national median of 18 similar programs. Actual outcomes may vary.