Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 60.5%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $49,393
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $12,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 21:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 68.6%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $127/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate | $54,536 | $16,000 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Certificate | $51,773 | |
| Electromechanical Instrumentation and Maintenance Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $50,856 | $12,000 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies. | Associate | $47,260 | $12,000 |
| Precision Metal Working. | Certificate | $46,018 | $5,500 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Associate | $40,945 | |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate | $39,729 | $12,000 |
| Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $38,289 | |
| Ground Transportation. | Certificate | $38,289 | |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications. | Associate | $37,568 | |
| Carpenters. | Certificate | $36,848 | |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies. | Certificate | $36,185 | $12,000 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Certificate | $34,575 | $7,464 |
| General Sales, Merchandising and Related Marketing Operations. | Associate | $33,993 | |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Associate | $31,738 | $12,000 |
Outcomes Overview
Alexandria Tech graduates enter the workforce with manageable debt loads, carrying a median of $12,000 compared to much higher national averages for technical programs. Monthly loan payments of $127 consume just 3.1% of typical graduate earnings of $49,393 ten years out. The school specializes in preparing students for Minnesota's manufacturing, healthcare, and automotive sectors. Nearly all graduates find employment, with the 98.2% job placement rate reflecting strong regional employer relationships. Five-year earnings actually exceed the ten-year median at $54,494, suggesting graduates hit their stride quickly in technical careers. With low debt and solid earning potential in stable industries, Alexandria Tech delivers a strong return on investment for students seeking practical career training.