Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 25.0%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $42,659
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $10,920
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 15:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 49.8%
- 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 | $59,193 | $15,750 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Associate | $55,151 | $21,000 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Associate | $52,941 | |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $52,733 | $11,611 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate | $39,523 | $11,000 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Certificate | $33,993 | |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Associate | $33,565 | |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Associate | $32,925 | |
| Legal Support Services. | Associate | $32,467 | |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Certificate | $32,284 | |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate | $30,119 | $10,500 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Associate | $29,685 | |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate | $28,405 | |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Associate | $27,874 | |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Certificate | $26,585 | $9,657 |
Outcomes Overview
CCRI graduates enter the workforce with manageable debt loads. The median debt of $10,920 creates monthly payments of just $116, representing about 3% of typical graduate income. This debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.26 ranks among the best for community colleges nationwide. Nearly half of borrowers successfully repay their loans within the standard timeframe. The college's strong ties to Rhode Island's healthcare, manufacturing, and service sectors help explain the solid 94% employment rate. Many graduates transfer to four-year programs or enter stable middle-class careers in nursing, automotive technology, and business administration. The monthly loan burden remains light enough that graduates can pursue additional education or start families without financial strain. Strong return on investment.