Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 56.7%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 65.0%
- Retention Rate
- 80.5%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $67,492
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $23,500
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 9:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 58.0%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $249/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Master | $100,571 | $101,004 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $57,955 | $29,050 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Bachelor | $56,415 | $32,026 |
| Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other. | Bachelor | $52,941 | $26,752 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $50,465 | $16,798 |
Outcomes Overview
Kettering College graduates enter the workforce with strong employment prospects, posting a 99.2% employment rate that reflects high demand for healthcare professionals. The median debt of $23,500 creates a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.35, well below the concerning 1.0 threshold that financial experts warn against. Monthly loan payments of $249 consume just 4.4% of typical graduate income, leaving plenty of room for other expenses. Most alumni work as registered nurses, respiratory therapists, and other healthcare professionals in hospitals and medical facilities throughout Ohio and beyond. The college's specialized focus on health sciences creates direct pathways into stable, well-paying careers. This represents a strong return on investment for students committed to healthcare careers.