Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 41%
Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
Earnings, Debt & Completion
What happens to students who enroll at John C Calhoun State Community College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
Typical debt at graduation equals about 31% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 87th percentile among certificate-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (AL wage index 0.78). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
Earnings by Major at John C Calhoun State Community College
Median pay of associate's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
| Major | 1 yr after | 4 yrs after | vs. national | Rank (pay) | Rank (wage-adj.) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians | $59,567 | $78,956 | +7% | #15 of 40 | #11 | $11,024 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | $56,995 | $70,926 | -12% | #856 of 962 | #600 | $13,734 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | $37,672 | $53,064 | +26% | #89 of 476 | #37 | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | — | $49,902 | -24% | #528 of 560 | #507 | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | $24,455 | $47,381 | +7% | #207 of 947 | #57 | $9,689 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | $42,551 | — | — | — | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences | $36,258 | — | — | — | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | — | $35,361 | -27% | #500 of 547 | #450 | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
The John C Calhoun State Community College Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $288,628
- Avg rent near campus: $1,152/mo
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 35601 (5.0% cap, Decatur)
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🏆 Where John C Calhoun State Community College Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $3,810 | $7,620 |
Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 - $30,000 | $5,476 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $6,422 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $8,883 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $11,149 |
| $110,001+ | $12,108 |
Programs & Career Paths
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- Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
- Affordability (B+): Net cost and financial aid access
- Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
- Experience (D): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology