Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 59.2%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $34,504
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $10,950
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 17:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 24.5%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $116/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 | $50,995 | $15,238 |
| Physical Science Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $43,178 | $11,180 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Certificate | $38,289 | |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Certificate | $35,594 | $6,732 |
| Precision Metal Working. | Certificate | $33,993 | $4,865 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Associate | $29,685 | |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Associate | $29,685 | $10,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate | $25,967 | $12,353 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate | $22,999 | |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate | $17,824 | $12,000 |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Associate | $16,478 | |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Associate | $15,552 | $14,700 |
Outcomes Overview
Ashland graduates earn a median of $34,504 ten years after completion, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 32% based on the typical $10,950 in student loans. Monthly loan payments of $116 consume about 4% of graduates' income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The college's strong ties to eastern Kentucky's healthcare and manufacturing sectors help explain the impressive 92.8% employment rate. Many graduates enter nursing, welding, and automotive technology fields that offer stable middle-class wages in the region. With relatively low debt loads and solid earning potential for a two-year degree, Ashland delivers a strong return on investment for students seeking practical career training.