Graphic Communications at Orange County Community College
Associate's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Orange County Community College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Orange County Community College graduates earn $22k, placing them in the 37th percentile of all graphic communications associates 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 New York
Graphic Communications associates's programs at peer institutions in New York (11 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orange County Community College | $22,181 | $25,361 | — | — |
| CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College | $23,319 | — | — | — |
| CUNY Hostos Community College | $10,309 | $30,130 | — | — |
| National Median | $23,932 | — | $11,626 | 0.49 |
Other Graphic Communications Programs in New York
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New York schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College New York | $5,170 | $23,319 | — |
| CUNY Hostos Community College Bronx | $5,208 | $10,309 | — |
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 Orange County Community College, approximately 27% 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 17 graduates with reported earnings and 12 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.