Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 34.1%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $30,541
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $12,412
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 12:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 15.2%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $132/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technology. | Associate | $42,728 | |
| Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies. | Certificate | $39,369 | |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Certificate | $38,649 | $9,641 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Certificate | $35,772 | |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR). | Certificate | $35,600 | |
| Fire Protection. | Certificate | $33,993 | |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $33,993 | |
| Ground Transportation. | Certificate | $33,687 | $3,750 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate | $32,569 | $14,246 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Certificate | $29,685 | $11,080 |
| Precision Metal Working. | Certificate | $28,816 | |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Certificate | $24,035 | |
| Hospitality Administration/Management. | Certificate | $23,207 | |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies. | Certificate | $20,687 | |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Certificate | $20,140 | $12,538 |
Outcomes Overview
Albany Technical College graduates face manageable debt loads relative to their earnings potential. With median debt of $12,412 and median earnings of $30,541 after ten years, graduates carry a debt-to-earnings ratio of 41%. Monthly loan payments of $132 consume about 5% of typical graduate income. The 88.6% employment rate reflects strong regional demand for technical skills in healthcare, manufacturing, and skilled trades. Most graduates enter fields like nursing, automotive technology, and industrial maintenance where technical college credentials provide direct pathways to stable employment. While the 34.1% six-year graduation rate suggests completion challenges, those who finish find reliable career prospects in south Georgia's growing technical sectors. This represents an average return on investment for focused career training.