Accounting at Northwest Technical College
Associate's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Minnesota
Accounting associates's programs at peer institutions in Minnesota (28 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Technical College | $43,520* | — | $21,469* | — |
| North Hennepin Community College | $49,685* | $48,712 | —* | — |
| Century College | $46,996* | $42,456 | —* | — |
| Rasmussen University-Minnesota | $43,765* | $44,358 | $23,823* | 0.54 |
| Anoka-Ramsey Community College | $43,520* | $50,060 | $22,083* | 0.51 |
| Minnesota State Community and Technical College | $39,742* | $34,414 | $26,790* | 0.67 |
| National Median | $37,000* | — | $19,354* | 0.52 |
Other Accounting Programs in Minnesota
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Minnesota schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Hennepin Community College Brooklyn Park | $5,050 | $49,685 | — |
| Century College White Bear Lake | $6,182 | $46,996 | — |
| Rasmussen University-Minnesota St. Cloud | $10,899 | $43,765 | $23,823 |
| Anoka-Ramsey Community College Coon Rapids | $5,682 | $43,520 | $22,083 |
| Minnesota State Community and Technical College Fergus Falls | $5,900 | $39,742 | $26,790 |
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 Northwest Technical 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.
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 median of 7 similar programs in MN. Actual outcomes may vary.