Location: Orangeburg, SC•In-State Tuition: $4,970•Out-of-State Tuition: $7,970
Median Earnings (1yr)
$55,857
57th percentile
60th percentile in South Carolina
Median Debt
$17,500
8% below national median
D/E Ratio: 0.31 ManageableSample: 26 graduates Limited data

Analysis

Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College's allied health program places graduates in the middle of the pack—60th percentile among South Carolina programs—with first-year earnings of $55,857. That's solid money right out of an associate degree, and it beats the state median by about $4,000. The debt load of $17,500 translates to a manageable 0.31 ratio, meaning graduates earn roughly three dollars for every dollar borrowed. That's a healthy return, though it's worth noting that comparable programs at Aiken Tech and Greenville Tech produce notably higher earnings.

The big caveat here is sample size: with fewer than 30 graduates in the data, these numbers could swing significantly with just a few outliers. What looks like decent performance today might not reflect the typical graduate's experience. For a family weighing in-state options, this program offers a reasonable pathway into allied health careers without crushing debt, but it's not the strongest performer in South Carolina. If location flexibility exists, the top-tier programs are producing graduates who earn $6,000+ more annually—a meaningful difference that compounds over time. For students committed to the Orangeburg area, this program provides solid middle-ground value with reasonable debt.

Where Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all allied health diagnostic, intervention, and treatment professions associates's programs nationally

Orangeburg Calhoun Technical CollegeOther allied health diagnostic, intervention, and treatment professions programs

Dashed lines show national medians. Upper-left = best value.

Earnings Distribution

How Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College graduates compare to all programs nationally

Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College earns $56k — 57th percentile among allied health diagnostic, intervention, and treatment professions associates programs.

Compare to Similar Programs in South Carolina

Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions associates's programs at peer institutions in South Carolina (15 total in state)

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SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Orangeburg Calhoun Technical CollegeOrangeburg$4,970$55,857—$17,5000.31
Aiken Technical CollegeGraniteville$5,044$62,216—$18,1280.29
Greenville Technical CollegeGreenville$5,639$59,685$51,055$13,9000.23
Spartanburg Community CollegeSpartanburg$5,046$59,412$54,289$9,1870.15
Technical College of the LowcountryBeaufort$5,500$51,808———
Horry-Georgetown Technical CollegeConway$4,468$51,730$42,697$38,5400.75
National Median—$54,327—$19,1130.35

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with allied health diagnostic, intervention, and treatment professions graduates

Medical Dosimetrists

Generate radiation treatment plans, develop radiation dose calculations, communicate and supervise the treatment plan implementation, and consult with members of radiation oncology team.

$138,110/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Physician Assistants

Provide healthcare services typically performed by a physician, under the supervision of a physician. Conduct complete physicals, provide treatment, and counsel patients. May, in some cases, prescribe medication. Must graduate from an accredited educational program for physician assistants.

$133,260/yrJobs growth:Master's degree

Anesthesiologist Assistants

Assist anesthesiologists in the administration of anesthesia for surgical and non-surgical procedures. Monitor patient status and provide patient care during surgical treatment.

$133,260/yrJobs growth:Master's degree

Nuclear Technicians

Assist nuclear physicists, nuclear engineers, or other scientists in laboratory, power generation, or electricity production activities. May operate, maintain, or provide quality control for nuclear testing and research equipment. May monitor radiation.

$104,240/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Nuclear Monitoring Technicians

Collect and test samples to monitor results of nuclear experiments and contamination of humans, facilities, and environment.

$104,240/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Radiation Therapists

Provide radiation therapy to patients as prescribed by a radiation oncologist according to established practices and standards. Duties may include reviewing prescription and diagnosis; acting as liaison with physician and supportive care personnel; preparing equipment, such as immobilization, treatment, and protection devices; and maintaining records, reports, and files. May assist in dosimetry procedures and tumor localization.

$101,990/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Nuclear Medicine Technologists

Prepare, administer, and measure radioactive isotopes in therapeutic, diagnostic, and tracer studies using a variety of radioisotope equipment. Prepare stock solutions of radioactive materials and calculate doses to be administered by radiologists. Subject patients to radiation. Execute blood volume, red cell survival, and fat absorption studies following standard laboratory techniques.

$97,020/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Diagnostic Medical Sonographers

Produce ultrasonic recordings of internal organs for use by physicians. Includes vascular technologists.

$89,340/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in health specialties, in fields such as dentistry, laboratory technology, medicine, pharmacy, public health, therapy, and veterinary medicine.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Respiratory Therapists

Assess, treat, and care for patients with breathing disorders. Assume primary responsibility for all respiratory care modalities, including the supervision of respiratory therapy technicians. Initiate and conduct therapeutic procedures; maintain patient records; and select, assemble, check, and operate equipment.

$80,450/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Radiologic Technologists and Technicians

Take x-rays and CAT scans or administer nonradioactive materials into patient's bloodstream for diagnostic or research purposes. Includes radiologic technologists and technicians who specialize in other scanning modalities.

$78,980/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists

Operate Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scanners. Monitor patient safety and comfort, and view images of area being scanned to ensure quality of pictures. May administer gadolinium contrast dosage intravenously. May interview patient, explain MRI procedures, and position patient on examining table. May enter into the computer data such as patient history, anatomical area to be scanned, orientation specified, and position of entry.

$78,980/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree
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 Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College, approximately 43% 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 26 graduates with reported earnings and 23 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.