Massage Therapy at Gwinnett College
a smaller institution with 117 students in Raleigh, NC.
Program Analysis
At $23,077 per year, Massage Therapy graduates from Gwinnett College earn slightly above the $20,587 national median. The premium is real but not dramatic.
AI risk is moderate — 27% task exposure — and the 13% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook for Massage Therapy graduates.
The median debt load of $9,500 represents less than half a year of starting salary — among the lightest debt-to-income ratios in vocational education.
Ranked #58 out of 224 programs, Gwinnett College's Massage Therapy offering sits in the upper half but doesn't break into the top tier.
Earnings growth is modest: $23,077 to $27,146 over five years (18% gain). This trade may have a lower salary ceiling than high-growth professions.
Massage Therapy has a registered apprenticeship option through Certified Massage Therapist (Cmt) with a median wage of $57,950/yr — worth exploring for students who prefer structured on-the-job training.
Earnings Overview
Projected 10-Year Earnings
Based on actual graduate salary data and Bureau of Labor Statistics growth projections.
Top Career Paths
Top career paths for Massage Therapy graduates by median salary.
| Career Path | Median Salary | Growth | AI-ProofAI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health specialties teachers, postsecondary | $105,620 | +17.3% | 52% |
| Massage therapists | $57,950 | +15.4% | 93% |
Massage Therapy Career Guide
From day-one roles to senior positions, Massage Therapy careers span a range of specializations. Read the complete outlook for graduates entering healthcare.