Accounting at South Central College
Associate's Degree
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 Minnesota
Accounting associates's programs at peer institutions in Minnesota (28 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Central College | $43,520* | $42,964 | $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 South Central College, approximately 32% 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.