Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 20.7%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $38,663
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $8,243
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 15:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 52.7%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $87/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 | $62,012 | $9,598 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Associate | $55,512 | |
| Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other. | Associate | $46,087 | |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Associate | $38,721 | |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Associate | $38,289 | $4,433 |
| Legal Professions and Studies, Other. | Associate | $38,289 | |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services. | Associate | $32,711 | |
| Business Operations Support and Assistant Services. | Associate | $30,409 | |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate | $30,409 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate | $30,409 | $7,700 |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Associate | $29,064 | $6,887 |
| Social Work. | Associate | $26,933 | $3,612 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate | $26,850 | $7,650 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Certificate | $26,739 | |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate | $25,271 | $5,700 |
Outcomes Overview
Bristol Community College graduates enter the workforce with manageable financial obligations. The median debt of $8,243 creates a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 0.22, well below the concerning 1.0 threshold. Monthly loan payments of $87 represent only 2.6% of typical graduate income. The college's career-focused programs feed into southeastern Massachusetts's healthcare, manufacturing, and service sectors. With a 91.7% employment rate, most graduates find work quickly after completing their programs. The relatively low earnings reflect the nature of two-year career training, but the minimal debt burden keeps graduates financially stable. This represents a strong return on investment for students seeking affordable workforce entry.