Veterinary Technology at Kent State University at Ashtabula

At $33,716/yr, Veterinary Technology graduates from Kent State University at Ashtabula land near the $32,474 national average — neither a standout nor a red flag.

The 24.3x earnings multiple means ten-year projected earnings exceed tuition cost by an order of magnitude. Trade programs often deliver strong ratios, and this one is a standout.

AI risk is moderate — 29% task exposure — and the 0% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook for Veterinary Technology graduates.

The median debt load of $16,384 represents less than half a year of starting salary — among the lightest debt-to-income ratios in vocational education.

At #102 out of 169 programs, Kent State University at Ashtabula's financial outcomes for Veterinary Technology trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.

Earnings growth is modest: $33,716 to $34,149 over five years (1% gain). This trade may have a lower salary ceiling than high-growth professions.

One registered apprenticeship pathway (Veterinary/Lab Animal Tech (Alternate Title: Animal Care Specialist) with a median wage of $37,320/yr) connects to Veterinary Technology careers, offering a paid training alternative to the classroom model.