Audiovisual Communications Technologies/Technicians at Salt Lake Community College
Associate's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Salt Lake Community College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Salt Lake Community College graduates earn $31k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all audiovisual communications technologies/technicians 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 Utah
Audiovisual Communications Technologies/Technicians associates's programs at peer institutions in Utah (2 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salt Lake Community College | $31,172 | $24,966 | $12,000* | — |
| National Median | $22,790 | — | $18,247* | 0.80 |
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 Salt Lake Community College, approximately 16% 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 24 graduates with reported earnings and 17 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.