Dental Support Services and Allied Professions 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
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions associates's programs at peer institutions in Minnesota (14 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Central College | — | $41,697 | — | — |
| Normandale Community College | $62,751 | $49,953 | $31,000 | 0.49 |
| Lake Superior College | $50,993 | $43,457 | $20,250 | 0.40 |
| Hennepin Technical College | $47,901 | $39,396 | — | — |
| Century College | $47,789 | $44,093 | $29,300 | 0.61 |
| Rochester Community and Technical College | $46,805 | $50,249 | $18,500 | 0.40 |
| National Median | $55,016 | — | $19,309 | 0.35 |
Other Dental Support Services and Allied Professions Programs in Minnesota
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Minnesota schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Normandale Community College Bloomington | $6,321 | $62,751 | $31,000 |
| Lake Superior College Duluth | $5,786 | $50,993 | $20,250 |
| Hennepin Technical College Brooklyn Park | $5,881 | $47,901 | — |
| Century College White Bear Lake | $6,182 | $47,789 | $29,300 |
| Rochester Community and Technical College Rochester | $6,359 | $46,805 | $18,500 |
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.