Where Merced College Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all health/medical preparatory programs associates's programs nationally
Earnings Distribution
How Merced 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merced College | $31,345 | $39,062 | +25% |
| University of Alaska Anchorage | $83,933 | $72,514 | -14% |
| Northeast Community College | $32,840 | $52,612 | +60% |
| Tulsa Community College | $30,605 | $46,914 | +53% |
| Georgia Military College | $23,759 | $38,141 | +61% |
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs associates's programs at peer institutions in California (43 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Merced CollegeMerced | $1,194 | $31,345 | $39,062 | $13,997* | — |
 Gavilan CollegeGilroy | $1,506 | $28,448 | — | —* | — |
 Diablo Valley CollegePleasant Hill | $1,312 | $24,803 | — | $12,312* | 0.50 |
| National Median | — | $27,336 | — | $14,068* | 0.51 |
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 Merced College, approximately 33% 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 16 graduates with reported earnings and 11 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.