Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 16.3%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $38,701
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $12,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 16:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 34.0%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $127/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 | $54,696 | $16,000 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $43,798 | $17,000 |
| Data Processing. | Associate | $40,461 | $10,250 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR). | Associate | $38,289 | |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Associate | $35,416 | $12,000 |
| Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other. | Associate | $35,060 | |
| Legal Support Services. | Certificate | $35,060 | |
| Legal Support Services. | Associate | $32,711 | $12,625 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate | $31,670 | $15,575 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies. | Associate | $30,409 | |
| Human Services, General. | Associate | $28,055 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate | $27,048 | $18,750 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate | $25,967 | |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate | $25,194 | $10,965 |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Associate | $19,358 | $11,250 |
Outcomes Overview
Midlands Technical College graduates enter the workforce with a median debt of $12,000, creating a favorable debt-to-earnings ratio of just 0.31. Monthly loan payments of $127 represent only 3.3% of typical graduate income. The college's 93.1% employment rate reflects strong connections to South Carolina's manufacturing, healthcare, and automotive sectors. Graduates typically find work as automotive technicians, medical assistants, and skilled trades workers in the Columbia metropolitan area. Ten-year median earnings of $38,701 provide solid middle-class income potential for technical fields. The combination of low debt, high employment rates, and industry-relevant training delivers a strong return on investment for career-focused students.