Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 20.7%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $34,238
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $8,756
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 14:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 24.5%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $93/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 | $54,855 | |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $46,478 | |
| Precision Metal Working. | Certificate | $38,829 | |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Associate | $38,289 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate | $32,284 | |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Certificate | $29,995 | |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate | $29,685 | |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Certificate | $29,685 | |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Certificate | $28,236 | |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR). | Certificate | $28,019 | |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | Associate | $25,774 | |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Certificate | $22,764 | |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies. | Certificate | $20,140 | |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services. | Certificate | $18,498 |
Outcomes Overview
Columbus Technical College graduates enter the workforce with manageable debt loads. The median debt of $8,756 creates a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 0.26, well below the concerning 1.0 threshold. Monthly loan payments of $93 represent only 3.3% of median earnings after five years. The college's 92% employment rate reflects strong demand for skilled technicians in manufacturing, healthcare, and automotive sectors throughout west Georgia. Graduates typically find work as dental hygienists, automotive technicians, and industrial maintenance specialists. The low loan repayment rate of 24.46% suggests some graduates struggle initially, but earnings growth from $26,913 in year one to $39,405 by year five shows clear career progression. This represents a strong return on investment for technical training.