Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 33.3%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $35,768
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $15,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 18:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 25.4%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $159/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 | $56,234 | $17,035 |
| Electromechanical Instrumentation and Maintenance Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $52,941 | |
| Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $50,856 | |
| Precision Metal Working. | Associate | $46,087 | |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $44,886 | $18,750 |
| Precision Metal Working. | Certificate | $37,424 | |
| Funeral Service and Mortuary Science. | Associate | $36,848 | |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR). | Associate | $33,281 | |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Certificate | $32,391 | $7,500 |
| Data Processing. | Associate | $29,685 | |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $28,960 | |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Associate | $26,482 | $21,983 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Certificate | $26,458 | $14,250 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate | $26,121 | $10,500 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Associate | $25,856 | $11,500 |
Outcomes Overview
Piedmont Technical College graduates enter the workforce with a median debt of $15,000 and earn $35,768 within ten years. Monthly loan payments of $159 consume just 5.3% of typical graduate income. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.42 beats the national average for two-year schools. Healthcare and industrial technology graduates often find immediate employment in South Carolina's growing manufacturing sector. The college's 94.7% employment rate reflects strong regional demand for skilled technicians. With relatively low debt loads and solid earning potential in trades like nursing, automotive technology, and welding, graduates typically see quick returns on their investment. This represents a strong return on investment for career-focused students.