Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 18.7%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $39,225
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $12,250
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 13:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 31.2%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $130/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate | $63,600 | $16,870 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Certificate | $57,657 | |
| Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies. | Certificate | $55,338 | |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Certificate | $37,568 | |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Certificate | $36,848 | |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Certificate | $31,848 | |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Certificate | $25,194 | |
| Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other. | Certificate | $20,140 |
Outcomes Overview
Aiken Technical College graduates enter the workforce with a median debt of $12,250 and earn $39,225 ten years later. This creates a debt-to-earnings ratio of 31 percent, well below the problematic 40 percent threshold. Monthly loan payments of $130 consume just 4 percent of typical graduate income. The college's 94.4 percent employment rate reflects strong regional demand for skilled technicians in manufacturing, healthcare, and automotive repair. Many graduates find work at the Savannah River Site nuclear facility or area manufacturing plants. The 18.7 percent six-year graduation rate is concerning, but completers see solid returns. For students who finish their programs, this represents a strong return on investment in South Carolina's technical job market.