Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 20.1%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $32,748
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $12,250
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 19:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 21.2%
- 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. | Certificate | $52,420 | |
| Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Certificate | $48,823 | |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Certificate | $36,668 | |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies. | Certificate | $35,952 | |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR). | Certificate | $32,382 | |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Certificate | $31,848 | |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Certificate | $30,499 | |
| Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other. | Certificate | $30,409 | |
| Precision Metal Working. | Certificate | $29,926 | $6,000 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Certificate | $28,019 | |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Certificate | $25,484 | |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Certificate | $23,649 | |
| Business Operations Support and Assistant Services. | Certificate | $22,329 | |
| Human Services, General. | Certificate | $20,748 |
Outcomes Overview
Graduates earn a median of $32,748 ten years after graduation, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 37%. Monthly loan payments of $130 consume about 4.8% of typical graduate income. The college's strong ties to healthcare, manufacturing, and skilled trades in the Pee Dee region help explain the 93.3% employment rate. Many graduates enter fields like nursing, welding, and automotive technology where technical credentials translate directly to job opportunities. The relatively low debt burden of $12,250 makes this pathway accessible for career changers and first-generation college students. With such affordable education and solid employment outcomes in growing technical fields, Florence-Darlington delivers a strong return on investment.