Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at Turtle Mountain Community 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 North Dakota
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities associates's programs at peer institutions in North Dakota (14 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turtle Mountain Community College | — | $34,514 | — | — |
| Bismarck State College | $33,358 | $44,477 | $12,000 | 0.36 |
| Williston State College | $31,871 | $38,714 | $8,250 | 0.26 |
| North Dakota State College of Science | $31,521 | $32,185 | $11,000 | 0.35 |
| Lake Region State College | $19,014 | $37,211 | $11,697 | 0.62 |
| National Median | $27,248 | — | $10,950 | 0.40 |
Other Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities Programs in North Dakota
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across North Dakota schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bismarck State College Bismarck | $5,195 | $33,358 | $12,000 |
| Williston State College Williston | $4,938 | $31,871 | $8,250 |
| North Dakota State College of Science Wahpeton | $5,928 | $31,521 | $11,000 |
| Lake Region State College Devils Lake | $5,478 | $19,014 | $11,697 |
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 Turtle Mountain Community College, approximately 58% 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.