Human Services at Mitchell Technical College
Associate's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Mitchell Technical College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Mitchell Technical College graduates earn $35k, placing them in the 83th percentile of all human services associates programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in South Dakota
Human Services associates's programs at peer institutions in South Dakota (3 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitchell Technical College | $35,070 | — | — | — |
| Lake Area Technical College | $26,730 | $26,500 | $12,000 | 0.45 |
| National Median | $31,677 | — | $20,440 | 0.65 |
Other Human Services Programs in South Dakota
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across South Dakota schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Area Technical College Watertown | $6,718 | $26,730 | $12,000 |
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 Mitchell Technical College, approximately 30% 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.