Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
Associate's degree · Catawba Valley Community College · Hickory, NC
$55,128Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$66,069Median earnings 4 years after
$54,508Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
15Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Dental Support Services and Allied Professions at Catawba Valley Community College earn a median of $55,128 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).
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions (Associate's degree) at other North Carolina schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Central Carolina Community College Sanford | $60,458 | — |
| Guilford Technical Community College Jamestown | $59,473 | $10,500 |
| Forsyth Technical Community College Winston-Salem | $56,717 | — |
| Central Piedmont Community College Charlotte | $56,456 | — |
| Coastal Carolina Community College Jacksonville | $50,081 | — |
| Miller-Motte College-Raleigh Raleigh | $26,998 | $24,778 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Dental Support Services and Allied Professions graduates from Catawba Valley Community College make?
The median salary is $55,128 one year after graduation and $54,508 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.