Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 25.3%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $41,653
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $7,407
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 19:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 41.9%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $79/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 | $72,796 | $9,969 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $58,221 | |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate | $50,141 | $8,049 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Certificate | $39,009 | |
| Hospitality Administration/Management. | Associate | $36,668 | |
| Computer Science. | Associate | $30,409 | |
| Legal Support Services. | Associate | $28,236 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate | $27,667 | $5,500 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate | $27,600 | $4,750 |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Associate | $27,397 | $7,854 |
| Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technology. | Associate | $27,048 | |
| Psychology, General. | Associate | $25,967 | $8,650 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate | $25,580 | $4,700 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate | $25,194 | |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Associate | $20,140 |
Outcomes Overview
LaGuardia graduates carry a median debt of just $7,407, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 18% based on their $41,653 median income after ten years. Monthly loan payments of $79 represent only 2.3% of typical graduate earnings. The college's strong ties to Queens' diverse economy help explain the impressive 85.9% employment rate. Many graduates enter healthcare support, business services, and skilled trades that serve New York's massive job market. The low federal loan rate of 3.16% reflects the school's affordability for working-class students. With minimal debt burden and solid earning potential in a high-opportunity metro area, LaGuardia offers a strong return on investment for career-focused students.