Air Transportation

Associate's degree · Northwestern Michigan College · Traverse City, MI

CIP 49.01

$37,988Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$109,489Median earnings 4 years after

—Median earnings 5 years after

$11,737Median federal debt

29Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the associate's degree program in Air Transportation at Northwestern Michigan College earn a median of $37,988 one year after completing the program. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $75,495 four years after graduating (middle half: $52,924–$111,091). Median debt is $11,737, about 31% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Air Transportation graduates from Northwestern Michigan College make?

The median salary is $37,988 one year after graduation.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $11,737.

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