General Studies at Catawba Valley Community College in Hickory, NC
Total Graduates
15
Class of 2024
Male Graduates
40%
6 of 15
Female Graduates
60%
9 of 15
Annual Tuition & Fees
$2,367
In-state, incl. fees
Program Overview
Program Details
Recent Outcomes
Verified Program Outcomes
Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for Catawba Valley Community College programs on the state Eligible Training Provider List. Missing values ("—") mean the state suppressed or did not report that metric — they never mean zero.
| Program | Completion rate | Employed 6 mo after exit | Employed 1 yr after exit | Median quarterly earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Associate in Arts | 27% | 63% | 64% | $6,839 |
| General Occupational Technology Diploma (D55280) | — | 83% | 84% | $9,216 |
| Associate in Science - A10400 | 23% | 67% | 69% | $7,355 |
In the Associate in Arts program at Catawba Valley Community College, 63% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 27% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $6,839 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the General Occupational Technology Diploma (D55280) program at Catawba Valley Community College, 83% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $9,216 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Associate in Science - A10400 program at Catawba Valley Community College, 67% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 23% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $7,355 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, WIOA participant outcomes (trainingproviderresults.gov), PY 2023.
Career Outcomes for Graduates
Primary Career Path
Average Starting Salary
$78,490
10-Year Job Growth
+1.8%
Career Readiness Score
Related Career Paths
| Career Title | Starting Salary | Growth Rate | Skill Match | Mapping |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Postsecondary Teachers, All Other
SOC: 25-1199 | $62,792 | +1.8% | 0%
| primary100% confidence
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Salary Progression
Starting Salary
$58,868
Peak Salary
$98,113
Total Growth
+67%
Skills You'll Gain
✓ Skills Covered in Program (0)
No specific skills data available
Career Readiness Assessment
Technical Skills Alignment
Education Level Match
Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.
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