Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 36.8%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $39,644
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $8,400
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 24:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 39.0%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $89/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 | $59,124 | $14,000 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Certificate | $55,651 | $8,500 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Associate | $38,289 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate | $32,563 | |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate | $25,967 | |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate | $24,562 | $8,000 |
Outcomes Overview
Germanna graduates typically earn $39,644 ten years after completing their programs. The median debt of $8,400 creates a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 21%, well below the concerning 40% threshold. Monthly loan payments of $89 represent only 2.7% of typical graduate income. The college's strong ties to local healthcare systems help explain the 88.3% employment rate among graduates. Many students use Germanna as a stepping stone to four-year nursing or healthcare programs, while others enter the workforce directly in medical assistant or similar roles. The low debt burden combined with solid earning potential in Virginia's growing healthcare sector makes this a strong return on investment for career-focused students.