Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 30.8%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $33,523
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $4,500
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 15:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 27.5%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $48/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nuclear Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $67,660 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate | $55,512 | |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $42,682 | |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Associate | $41,937 | |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Certificate | $39,369 | |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Certificate | $39,369 | |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR). | Certificate | $35,060 | |
| Precision Metal Working. | Certificate | $34,908 | |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate | $32,925 | |
| Business Operations Support and Assistant Services. | Associate | $29,685 | |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Certificate | $29,685 | |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies. | Certificate | $26,739 | |
| Business Operations Support and Assistant Services. | Certificate | $24,035 | |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers. | Certificate | $23,351 | |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate | $22,667 |
Outcomes Overview
Augusta Technical College graduates enter the workforce with a median debt of just $4,500, creating monthly payments of only $48. With median earnings of $33,523 ten years after graduation, that debt represents just 13% of annual income. The monthly payment takes up less than 2% of typical graduate salaries, making this one of the most manageable debt loads in higher education. The school's 93.1% employment rate reflects strong demand for skilled technicians in Georgia's manufacturing and healthcare sectors. Many graduates work as automotive technicians, medical assistants, and manufacturing specialists in the Augusta area's growing industrial base. This represents a strong return on investment for career-focused students.