Applied Horticulture and Horticultural Business Services at Central Lakes College
Ranked 2nd of 2 certificate (2-4 years) programs in Applied Horticulture and Horticultural Business Services by 5-year earnings.
Salary trajectory
Median earnings vs the national median for Applied Horticulture and Horticultural Business Services (certificate (2-4 years)) graduates.
Graduates of Central Lakes College's certificate (2-4 years) program in Applied Horticulture and Horticultural Business Services earn a median $32,720 one year after graduating, rising to $37,592 by year five. Figures are based on 57 graduates tracked by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau PSEO, release V4.13.0 2025Q4. Earnings are for graduates working in covered states; figures are medians in nominal dollars.
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