Dental Support Services and Allied Professions at Wytheville Community College
Associate's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Wytheville Community College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Wytheville Community College graduates earn $56k, placing them in the 54th percentile of all dental support services and allied professions 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 Virginia
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions associates's programs at peer institutions in Virginia (8 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wytheville Community College | $55,931 | $53,071 | — | — |
| Northern Virginia Community College | $70,727 | $75,837 | $20,894 | 0.30 |
| Virginia Western Community College | $61,030 | $58,443 | $11,500 | 0.19 |
| ECPI University | $28,544 | $30,744 | $16,000 | 0.56 |
| National Median | $55,016 | — | $19,309 | 0.35 |
Other Dental Support Services and Allied Professions Programs in Virginia
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Virginia schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Virginia Community College Annandale | $5,703 | $70,727 | $20,894 |
| Virginia Western Community College Roanoke | $5,256 | $61,030 | $11,500 |
| ECPI University Virginia Beach | $18,484 | $28,544 | $16,000 |
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 Wytheville Community 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.
Sample Size: Based on 20 graduates with reported earnings and 13 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.