Is Pickens Technical College worth it?
Pickens Technical College is a public, two-year institution in Aurora, Colorado (large city). It awarded 692 certificates in 2024, most often in automobile mechanics technology, medical assistant and cosmetology.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$30,684
Median earnings 4 years after
$44,693
Median earnings 10 years after
$39,210
Average net price
$6,600
Completion rate
76%
Completions (2024)
692
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
686
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Undergraduate certificate | $22,997 | $36,349 | 85 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate certificate | $38,503 | $55,912 | 30 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Undergraduate certificate | $27,724 | $46,737 | 30 |
| Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate certificate | $40,146 | $57,893 | 29 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Undergraduate certificate | $53,360 | $70,079 | 24 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Undergraduate certificate | $31,002 | $40,761 | 18 |
| Applied Horticulture and Horticultural Business Services | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Construction Trades, Other | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Precision Metal Working | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 53 |
| Medical/Clinical Assistant | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 53 |
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General | Certificate 2-4 yrs | 45 |
| Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technology/Technician | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 43 |
| Welding Technology/Welder | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 43 |
| Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 41 |
| Dental Assisting/Assistant | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 37 |
| Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 31 |
| Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 29 |
| Computer Installation and Repair Technology/Technician | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 29 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 31% | 748 |
| Retail Trade | 15% | 358 |
| Other Services (except Public Administration) | 8% | 194 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 8% | 192 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 6% | 151 |
| Construction | 5% | 121 |
| Manufacturing | 5% | 121 |
| Transportation and Warehousing | 4% | 107 |
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Sources: federal figures for Pickens Technical College. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Colorado. Counts under 10 are not published.
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