Veterinary Technology at City College-Hollywood

Hollywood, FL · Private for-profit · Associate Degree · Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians

City College-Hollywood has a 100% acceptance rate, making it broadly accessible, with a smaller student body of 275 in Hollywood, FL.

Program Analysis

At $34,693 per year, Veterinary Technology graduates from City College-Hollywood earn slightly above the $32,474 national median. The premium is real but not dramatic.

A 9.8x earnings multiple over ten years puts this program in solid financial territory. Tuition is well-justified by projected earnings.

The 1% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Veterinary Technology career paths face changes, but the trade's physical demands provide a buffer.

At $24,610 against $34,693/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #125 ranking among 169 Veterinary Technology programs places City College-Hollywood in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

Veterinary Technology has a registered apprenticeship option through Veterinary/Lab Animal Tech (Alternate Title: Animal Care Specialist) with a median wage of $37,320/yr — worth exploring for students who prefer structured on-the-job training.

43 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
38
Low End
43
Score
43
High End
Earnings $34,693/yr (7% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (71% shielded)
Job Market Large (63,900 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$366K
1.2% annual growth
Earnings Multiple
9.8x
10-year earnings ÷ tuition
Viable Career Paths
3 of 3
Occupations with strong AI resilience

Projected 10-Year Earnings

Based on actual graduate salary data and Bureau of Labor Statistics growth projections.

Program Tuition
$37,230
Median Debt at Graduation
$24,610
8.5 months of Year 1 earnings

Top Career Paths

Top career paths for Veterinary Technology graduates by median salary.

Career Path Median Salary Growth AI-ProofAI
Health specialties teachers, postsecondary $105,620 +17.3% 52%
Veterinary technologists and technicians $45,980 +9.1% 84%
Veterinary assistants and laboratory animal caretakers $37,320 +8.7% 78%
Health specialties teachers, postsecondary
$105,620
+17.3% growth 52% AI-proof
Veterinary technologists and technicians
$45,980
+9.1% growth 84% AI-proof
Veterinary assistants and laboratory animal caretakers
$37,320
+8.7% growth 78% AI-proof

Veterinary Technology Career Guide

From day-one roles to senior positions, Veterinary Technology careers span a range of specializations. Read the complete outlook for graduates entering agriculture & natural resources.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the TradeSchoolOutlook Score for Veterinary Technology at City College-Hollywood?
This program scores 43/100 — on the lower end for Veterinary Technology. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.
Will Veterinary Technology graduates from City College-Hollywood find jobs?
The career paths mapped to Veterinary Technology have roughly 63,900 combined annual openings nationally, making this a large job market. Demand is driven by consistent replacement demand and industry growth.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →