Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 17.4%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 17.6%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $39,473
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $15,392
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 15:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 32.8%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $163/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electromechanical Instrumentation and Maintenance Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $67,420 | $15,673 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate | $54,616 | $19,232 |
| Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $51,273 | |
| Ground Transportation. | Certificate | $49,683 | |
| Precision Metal Working. | Associate | $48,041 | |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Associate | $47,025 | |
| Mechanic and Repair Technologies/Technicians, Other. | Associate | $46,478 | |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $45,808 | $13,467 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate | $43,798 | $13,087 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR). | Certificate | $41,205 | |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies. | Certificate | $40,368 | $8,467 |
| Data Processing. | Associate | $40,209 | $20,794 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Certificate | $40,140 | $10,811 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate | $37,928 | $26,452 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Associate | $37,424 |
Outcomes Overview
Greenville Technical College graduates enter the workforce with manageable financial obligations. The median debt of $15,392 creates a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.39, meaning graduates owe less than 40 cents for every dollar they earn annually. Monthly loan payments of $163 consume just 5.3% of median earnings, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The college's 93.7% employment rate reflects strong demand for skilled technicians in healthcare, manufacturing, and automotive industries throughout the Upstate. Many graduates find positions at BMW, Michelin, and regional hospitals that value hands-on training over four-year degrees. With earnings starting at $37,610 and climbing to $46,672 within five years, this represents a strong return on investment for career-focused students.