Applied Horticulture/Horticulture Operations, General at Virginia Western Community College in Roanoke, VA
Total Graduates
10
Class of 2024
Male Graduates
50%
5 of 10
Female Graduates
50%
5 of 10
Annual Tuition & Fees
$5,256
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 Virginia Western 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horticulture Technology | 100% | 64% | — | $3,590 |
In the Horticulture Technology program at Virginia Western Community College, 64% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 100% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $3,590 (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
$86,350
10-Year Job Growth
+4.1%
Career Readiness Score
Related Career Paths
| Career Title | Starting Salary | Growth Rate | Skill Match | Mapping |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary
SOC: 25-1041 | $69,080 | +4.1% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
Farm and Home Management Educators
SOC: 25-9021 | $46,496 | -2.5% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers
SOC: 11-9013 | $70,384 | -1.3% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
| $44,936 | +2.3% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
| |
Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers
SOC: 37-3011 | $30,472 | +3.6% | 0%
| primary100% confidence
|
Salary Progression
Starting Salary
$64,763
Peak Salary
$107,938
Total Growth
+67%
Skills You'll Gain
✓ Skills Covered in Program (10)
ℹ Career Preparation
This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.
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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