Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 22.1%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $33,305
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $20,198
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 18:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 48.7%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $214/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 | $56,415 | $24,757 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Certificate | $51,169 | |
| Civil Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $48,849 | |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $48,041 | $20,250 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate | $45,584 | $13,816 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Associate | $43,798 | |
| Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $43,128 | |
| Data Processing. | Associate | $37,208 | $19,000 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies. | Associate | $36,488 | |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Certificate | $34,847 | $15,751 |
| Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $34,704 | |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $33,993 | $12,546 |
| Hospitality Administration/Management. | Associate | $33,993 | |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Certificate | $33,281 | $27,150 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Associate | $31,851 |
Outcomes Overview
Delgado graduates earn a median of $33,305 ten years after starting, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 61%. Monthly loan payments of $214 consume about 7.7% of typical graduate income. The college's strong ties to New Orleans healthcare systems and the Port of New Orleans funnel graduates into nursing, maritime logistics, and skilled trades. An employment rate of 91.3% reflects the practical nature of Delgado's programs. However, the 22% six-year graduation rate means many students don't complete their credentials. Nearly half of borrowers struggle with loan repayment at 48.66%. For students who finish their programs, Delgado offers average return on investment with solid job placement but modest earnings growth.