Hospitality Management at Guam Community College

Mangilao, GU · Public · Associate Degree · Hospitality Administration/Management

a compact campus enrolling 1,263 students in Mangilao, GU.

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $14,091 place Guam Community College below the $28,970 national median for Hospitality Management — worth weighing against tuition and cost of living.

The 21.6x 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 — 47% task exposure — and the 0% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook for Hospitality Management graduates.

At #29 out of 30 programs, Guam Community College's financial outcomes for Hospitality Management trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.

With 9 registered apprenticeships mapped to Hospitality Management, graduates have substantial options for hands-on training paths that pay from day one.

47 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
42
Low End
47
Score
49
High End
Earnings $14,091/yr (-51% vs median)
AI-Proof Moderate (53% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (310,600 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$147K
1.0% annual growth
Earnings Multiple (In-State)
21.6x
10-year earnings ÷ tuition
Viable Career Paths
11 of 11
Occupations with strong AI resilience

Projected 10-Year Earnings

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

Program Tuition (In-State)
$6,828
Out-of-state: $9,228

Top Career Paths

Top career paths for Hospitality Management graduates by median salary.

Career Path Median Salary Growth AI-ProofAI
Managers, all other $136,550 +4.5% 53%
Facilities managers $104,690 +3.8% 52%
Business teachers, postsecondary $97,270 +5.7% 51%
Managers, all other
$136,550
+4.5% growth 53% AI-proof
Facilities managers
$104,690
+3.8% growth 52% AI-proof
Business teachers, postsecondary
$97,270
+5.7% growth 51% AI-proof

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Hospitality Management Career Guide

From day-one roles to senior positions, Hospitality Management careers span a range of specializations. Read the complete outlook for graduates entering business & office.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Guam Community College's Hospitality Management program score?
A score of 47/100 indicates below-average financial outcomes for Hospitality Management. Earnings, ROI, or job market factors are pulling the score down.
How vulnerable is Hospitality Management to AI automation?
AI exposure of 47% is a real factor. For Guam Community College specifically, the gap between optimistic ($147,423) and pessimistic ($147,423) decade earnings reflects that uncertainty.
Can you still earn well with Hospitality Management from Guam Community College?
Lower starting pay at Guam Community College may reflect local labor market conditions rather than program quality. Many graduates see convergence with national averages within 3-5 years.
Should I consider an apprenticeship over a Hospitality Management program at Guam Community College?
There are 9 registered apprenticeships connected to Hospitality Management occupations, such as Energy Auditor And Analyst and Energy Specialist. The earn-while-you-learn model means no tuition debt and immediate income, though the training period is typically longer.
Will Hospitality Management graduates from Guam Community College find jobs?
At 310,600 annual openings, Hospitality Management has a very large employment base. Guam Community College graduates benefit from broad demand, particularly given consistent replacement demand and industry growth.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →