Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 31.2%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $33,934
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $14,901
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 18:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 18.0%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $158/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 | $55,211 | $11,577 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Associate | $53,358 | $10,500 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Certificate | $45,852 | $19,000 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $42,123 | $21,933 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR). | Associate | $41,193 | |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies. | Associate | $37,671 | $13,000 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate | $33,993 | $18,500 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Certificate | $33,993 | $10,500 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Associate | $33,459 | $20,000 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate | $31,265 | $10,500 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate | $30,047 | $23,000 |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Associate | $29,685 | |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate | $29,685 | |
| Precision Metal Working. | Certificate | $29,250 | |
| Legal Support Services. | Associate | $28,598 |
Outcomes Overview
Guilford Technical graduates earn a median of $33,934 ten years after completing their programs. With typical debt of $14,901, the debt-to-earnings ratio sits at a manageable 44%. Monthly loan payments of $158 consume about 5.6% of gross income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The 92.4% employment rate reflects strong demand for technical workers in the Greensboro manufacturing and healthcare sectors. Many graduates enter skilled trades, medical assisting, and automotive technology roles that offer stable middle-class wages. While the 31.2% six-year completion rate suggests academic challenges, those who finish benefit from North Carolina's robust job market for technical workers. This represents a strong return on investment for career-focused students.