Carpenters at Ridgewater College
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Distribution
How Ridgewater College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Ridgewater College graduates earn $34k, placing them in the 48th percentile of all carpenters certificate programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Minnesota
Carpenters certificate's programs at peer institutions in Minnesota (17 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ridgewater College | $33,969 | — | — | — |
| St Cloud Technical and Community College | $43,440 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $34,421 | — | $11,910 | 0.35 |
Other Carpenters Programs in Minnesota
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Minnesota schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Cloud Technical and Community College Saint Cloud | $4,957 | $43,440 | — |
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 Ridgewater College, approximately 34% 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 10 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.