Audiovisual Communications Technologies/Technicians

Associate's degree · Iowa Western Community College · Council Bluffs, IA

CIP 10.02

$24,428Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$35,425Median earnings 4 years after

$42,920Median earnings 5 years after

$11,000Median federal debt

15Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the associate's degree program in Audiovisual Communications Technologies/Technicians at Iowa Western Community College earn a median of $24,428 one year after completing the program. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $35,660 four years after graduating (middle half: $19,601–$50,543). Median debt is $11,000, about 45% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Audiovisual Communications Technologies/Technicians graduates from Iowa Western Community College make?

The median salary is $24,428 one year after graduation and $42,920 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $11,000.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.