Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 34.5%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 31.4%
- Retention Rate
- 65.8%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $47,327
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $26,391
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 16:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 31.8%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $280/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Industrial Engineering. | Bachelor | $69,338 | $31,000 |
| Biomedical/Medical Engineering. | Bachelor | $62,260 | |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor | $60,771 | |
| Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other. | Bachelor | $58,221 | |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Master | $57,860 | $34,646 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $43,178 | $27,054 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate | $41,565 | $26,857 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $41,565 | $27,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate | $35,594 | $25,741 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor | $35,274 | $27,046 |
| Human Services, General. | Bachelor | $35,060 | $28,551 |
Outcomes Overview
Indiana Tech graduates face a challenging financial reality despite strong job placement. The employment rate hits 94.8%, but median debt of $26,391 creates pressure against starting salaries of $47,525. Monthly loan payments of $280 consume about 7% of gross income, which exceeds the recommended 5% threshold. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.56 is manageable but not ideal for a technical college. Many graduates enter engineering firms, manufacturing companies, and IT departments in the Midwest's industrial corridor. Earnings do improve over time, reaching $55,180 after five years. However, the combination of moderate starting salaries and significant debt burden suggests a weak return on investment compared to other engineering programs.