Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 32.9%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 32.9%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $41,855
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $12,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 19:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 37.5%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $127/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $61,516 | |
| Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $53,358 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate | $50,174 | $14,971 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $44,170 | $13,115 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate | $37,748 | |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Associate | $37,424 | |
| Computer Programming. | Associate | $36,848 | |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate | $35,274 | |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Associate | $33,993 | |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Certificate | $30,228 | $15,706 |
| Human Services, General. | Associate | $25,194 |
Outcomes Overview
Rhodes State graduates enter the workforce with manageable debt loads, carrying a median of $12,000 compared to national averages exceeding $25,000. Monthly loan payments of $127 represent just 3.6% of typical graduate income of $41,855. The college specializes in healthcare, manufacturing, and technical fields that align with Ohio's industrial economy. An impressive 97.8% employment rate reflects strong employer connections in Lima's medical and manufacturing sectors. Five years out, median earnings climb to $51,047, demonstrating solid career progression in practical fields. The debt-to-income ratio of 0.29 falls well below the concerning 1.0 threshold financial experts recommend avoiding. This represents a strong return on investment for career-focused education.