Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
Associate's degree · Parkland College · Champaign, IL
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Dental Support Services and Allied Professions at Parkland College earn a median of $47,133 one year after completing the program. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $61,982 four years after graduating (middle half: $42,175–$79,205). Median debt is $12,600, about 27% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions (Associate's degree) at other Illinois schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| College of Lake County Grayslake | $63,080 | — |
| Rock Valley College Rockford | $59,574 | — |
| College of DuPage Glen Ellyn | $59,215 | $17,225 |
| Lake Land College Mattoon | $58,853 | $8,000 |
| Fox College Tinley Park | $57,717 | $19,473 |
| William Rainey Harper College Palatine | $56,767 | — |
| Lewis and Clark Community College Godfrey | $54,276 | — |
| Carl Sandburg College Galesburg | $51,566 | $6,587 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Dental Support Services and Allied Professions graduates from Parkland College make?
The median salary is $47,133 one year after graduation and $52,300 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $12,600.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.