American Samoa Community College Outcomes

American Samoa Community College graduates earn a median of $30,087 ten years after graduation, which reflects the territory's limited job market and cost of living. With zero percent of students taking federal loans, graduates avoid the debt burden that plagues mainland community college students. The 89.6% employment rate shows strong job placement in local government, healthcare, and tourism sectors. Many graduates transfer to four-year universities in Hawaii or the mainland US for bachelor's degrees. The college serves as an affordable stepping stone for Pacific Islander students seeking higher education. Given the debt-free education and solid employment outcomes in American Samoa's economy, this represents a strong return on investment.