Ground Transportation
Undergraduate certificate · Elgin Community College · Elgin, IL
How this program compares
Graduates of the undergraduate certificate program in Ground Transportation at Elgin Community College earn a median of $51,945 one year after completing the program. Nationally, undergraduate certificate graduates in this field earn a median of $52,118 four years after graduating (middle half: $28,154–$74,052). Median debt is $2,952, about 6% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Ground Transportation (Undergraduate certificate) at other Illinois schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Land Community College Springfield | $49,142 | $5,500 |
| Midwest Technical Institute-Illinois Springfield | $36,234 | $6,333 |
| City Colleges of Chicago-Olive-Harvey College Chicago | $24,356 | — |
| Shawnee Community College Ullin | $24,036 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Ground Transportation graduates from Elgin Community College make?
The median salary is $51,945 one year after graduation and $61,496 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $2,952.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.