Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 37.4%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 36.6%
- Retention Rate
- 66.9%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $50,112
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $20,500
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 14:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 46.5%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $217/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fire Protection. | Bachelor | $92,632 | |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master | $43,798 | $20,500 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $35,274 | $19,757 |
| Health and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor | $35,060 | $17,895 |
| Education, Other. | Bachelor | $34,942 | $24,874 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor | $33,281 | $20,237 |
| Social Sciences, Other. | Bachelor | $33,281 | $21,583 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor | $31,423 |
Outcomes Overview
Eastern Oregon graduates earn a median of $50,112 ten years after graduation, creating a debt-to-income ratio of 41% based on the typical $20,500 in student loans. Monthly loan payments of $217 consume about 5% of gross income, which sits below the recommended 10% threshold. The 91.6% employment rate reflects strong job placement despite the remote location. Many graduates enter education, natural resource management, and regional business roles that align with the university's rural focus. The combination of manageable debt loads and solid employment outcomes creates an average return on investment, though earnings lag behind urban universities due to the regional job market.