Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 36.6%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $37,186
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $10,727
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 25:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 25.9%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $114/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services. | Associate | $85,918 | |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers. | Associate | $79,541 | $5,500 |
| Carpenters. | Associate | $67,660 | |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection. | Associate | $62,579 | |
| Precision Metal Working. | Associate | $54,522 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate | $52,715 | $12,000 |
| Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $46,984 | $10,075 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Associate | $46,087 | $11,590 |
| Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $45,500 | $10,928 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $45,135 | $11,051 |
| Energy Systems Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $44,021 | |
| Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $43,798 | |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Associate | $40,209 | $11,699 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Certificate | $39,600 | $8,325 |
| Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $39,585 | $10,990 |
Outcomes Overview
Ivy Tech graduates enter the workforce with manageable debt loads. The median debt of $10,727 creates a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 0.29, well below the concerning 1.0 threshold. Monthly loan payments of $114 represent only 3.7% of typical graduate income. The college's workforce-focused programs funnel students into Indiana's manufacturing, healthcare, and logistics sectors. Nearly 95% of graduates find employment after completing their programs. However, the 26% loan repayment rate suggests many struggle with payments despite low balances. Median earnings of $37,186 reflect the reality of associate-degree career paths. For students seeking practical skills and local employment, Ivy Tech offers an average return on investment.