Accounting and Related Services
Associate's degree · Catawba Valley Community College · Hickory, NC
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$33,124Median earnings 3 years after
$42,177Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
7Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Accounting and Related Services at Catawba Valley Community College earn a median of $33,124. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $47,660 four years after graduating (middle half: $32,411–$63,692).
Accounting and Related Services (Associate's degree) at other North Carolina schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Central Piedmont Community College Charlotte | $45,092 | — |
| Wake Technical Community College Raleigh | $44,616 | $13,775 |
| Wayne Community College Goldsboro | $32,979 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Accounting and Related Services graduates from Catawba Valley Community College make?
The median salary is $33,124 and $42,177 after five years.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.