Physical Science Technologies/Technicians

Associate's degree · Ashland Community and Technical College · Ashland, KY

CIP 41.03

$61,539Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$103,607Median earnings 4 years after

$64,518Median earnings 5 years after

$11,180Median federal debt

11Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the associate's degree program in Physical Science Technologies/Technicians at Ashland Community and Technical College earn a median of $61,539 one year after completing the program. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $80,768 four years after graduating (middle half: $51,052–$132,357). Median debt is $11,180, about 18% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Business Administration, Management and OperationsUndergraduate certificate$35,588
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Health and Medical Administrative ServicesUndergraduate certificate$24,147
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Human Development, Family Studies, and Related ServicesAssociate's degree$16,864
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied ProfessionsUndergraduate certificate—

Frequently asked questions

How much do Physical Science Technologies/Technicians graduates from Ashland Community and Technical College make?

The median salary is $61,539 one year after graduation and $64,518 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $11,180.

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