Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 20.4%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 19.4%
- Retention Rate
- 60.0%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $49,365
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $10,533
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 16:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 48.0%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $112/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. | Bachelor | $88,399 | $9,311 |
| Construction Engineering Technologies. | Bachelor | $59,937 | |
| Housing and Human Environments. | Bachelor | $52,107 | |
| Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor | $49,323 | |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Bachelor | $46,380 | $13,800 |
| Information Science/Studies. | Bachelor | $46,357 | $11,750 |
| Legal Support Services. | Bachelor | $42,682 | |
| Architectural Sciences and Technology. | Bachelor | $42,235 | $14,692 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Associate | $41,844 | $10,000 |
| Ophthalmic and Optometric Support Services and Allied Professions. | Associate | $39,927 | |
| Computer Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor | $39,369 | $11,320 |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor | $38,829 | |
| Human Services, General. | Bachelor | $37,363 | $8,025 |
| Hospitality Administration/Management. | Bachelor | $35,772 | $10,828 |
| Applied Mathematics. | Bachelor | $33,993 |
Outcomes Overview
City Tech graduates enter the workforce with a median debt of $10,533, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of just 0.21 based on their $49,365 median salary. Monthly loan payments of $112 represent only 2.7% of gross income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The 91.5% employment rate reflects strong demand for graduates in engineering technology, computer systems, and healthcare fields. Ten years after graduation, alumni earn competitive salaries despite the college's low tuition costs. Students from families earning under $30,000 pay just $3,681 annually after aid. With reasonable debt loads, solid employment prospects, and access to growing technical fields, City Tech delivers a strong return on investment.