Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 28.6%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $35,654
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $8,150
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 12:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 26.4%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $86/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Certificate | $108,092 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate | $53,762 | $9,484 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Certificate | $52,107 | |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Associate | $46,478 | |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $46,165 | $10,925 |
| Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $45,696 | |
| Information Science/Studies. | Associate | $44,356 | |
| Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $41,565 | |
| Legal Support Services. | Certificate | $41,565 | |
| Computer Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $41,193 | |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Associate | $39,369 | |
| Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other. | Associate | $38,289 | |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate | $36,992 | $7,777 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Certificate | $36,848 | $9,055 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate | $36,308 | $9,500 |
Outcomes Overview
Cuyahoga Community College graduates enter the workforce with manageable debt loads. The median debt of $8,150 represents just 23% of first-year earnings at $35,654. Monthly loan payments of $86 consume only 2.6% of typical graduate income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The employment rate hits 95%, reflecting Cleveland's diverse job market and the college's focus on practical skills training. Graduates commonly move into healthcare support, manufacturing, and business services roles that value technical certificates and associate degrees. The district's strong industry partnerships help place students directly into local jobs. With low debt and solid employment prospects, this represents a strong return on investment for career-focused students.