Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies at Tri-County Technical College
Associate's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Tri-County Technical College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Tri-County Technical College graduates earn $51k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all multi/interdisciplinary studies 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 South Carolina
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies associates's programs at peer institutions in South Carolina (16 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tri-County Technical College | $51,330 | $52,881 | $15,551* | — |
| Central Carolina Technical College | $59,456 | $57,364 | —* | — |
| Aiken Technical College | $45,236 | — | —* | — |
| York Technical College | $42,143 | $41,002 | $8,250* | 0.20 |
| Midlands Technical College | $41,730 | $35,270 | $16,000* | 0.38 |
| Piedmont Technical College | $34,517 | $30,452 | $15,551* | 0.45 |
| National Median | $35,979 | — | $13,023* | 0.36 |
Other Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies Programs in South Carolina
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across South Carolina schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Carolina Technical College Sumter | $5,715 | $59,456 | — |
| Aiken Technical College Graniteville | $5,044 | $45,236 | — |
| York Technical College Rock Hill | $5,512 | $42,143 | $8,250 |
| Midlands Technical College West Columbia | $4,788 | $41,730 | $16,000 |
| Piedmont Technical College Greenwood | $4,775 | $34,517 | $15,551 |
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 Tri-County Technical College, approximately 40% 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 23 graduates with reported earnings and 13 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.