Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 30.1%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $35,479
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $11,110
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 19:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 30.4%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $118/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 | $60,358 | $15,995 |
| Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technology. | Associate | $57,318 | |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Associate | $46,087 | |
| Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies. | Certificate | $45,500 | |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Associate | $43,798 | |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $42,235 | $12,166 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Certificate | $41,193 | |
| Ground Transportation. | Certificate | $37,928 | |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Certificate | $33,993 | $9,433 |
| Precision Metal Working. | Certificate | $32,925 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate | $31,133 | |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Associate | $30,771 | |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate | $29,685 | |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR). | Certificate | $28,816 | |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate | $25,194 |
Outcomes Overview
Graduates earn a median of $35,479 ten years after completing programs at West Georgia Technical College. The typical monthly loan payment of $118 represents about 4% of gross monthly income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. With median debt of $11,110, the debt-to-earnings ratio stands at just 0.31, indicating manageable borrowing levels. The 92.2% employment rate reflects strong demand for graduates in healthcare, manufacturing, and skilled trades throughout rural Georgia. Many students enter fields like nursing, automotive technology, and industrial maintenance where technical certifications command immediate value in the job market. Despite the modest earnings compared to four-year degrees, West Georgia Technical delivers a strong return on investment for career-focused students.