Dental Support Services and Allied Professions at South Puget Sound Community College
Associate's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How South Puget Sound Community College graduates compare to all programs nationally
South Puget Sound Community College graduates earn $32k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all dental support services and allied professions associates programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Washington
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions associates's programs at peer institutions in Washington (15 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Puget Sound Community College | $31,694 | — | — | — |
| Shoreline Community College | $78,372 | $76,105 | $27,250 | 0.35 |
| Pima Medical Institute-Seattle | $71,216 | $69,436 | $32,500 | 0.46 |
| Clover Park Technical College | $36,180 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $55,016 | — | $19,309 | 0.35 |
Other Dental Support Services and Allied Professions Programs in Washington
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Washington schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shoreline Community College Shoreline | $4,388 | $78,372 | $27,250 |
| Pima Medical Institute-Seattle Seattle | — | $71,216 | $32,500 |
| Clover Park Technical College Lakewood | $6,634 | $36,180 | — |
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 Puget Sound Community College, approximately 23% 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 18 graduates with reported earnings and 14 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.