Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 45.7%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 44.7%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $39,876
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $6,750
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 25:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 47.3%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $72/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 | $56,415 | $8,750 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate | $20,140 | $5,914 |
Outcomes Overview
Graduates earn a median of $39,876 ten years after starting, which creates a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio since most leave with only $6,750 in debt. Monthly loan payments of $72 represent about 2.2% of typical graduate income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The 47% loan repayment rate reflects the reality that many community college students transfer before completing degrees here. Lake-Sumter serves as a stepping stone for students planning to transfer to four-year universities or enter local healthcare, business, and technical fields common in Central Florida. With 91.5% of graduates finding employment and relatively low debt burdens, this represents a strong return on investment for students seeking affordable career preparation or university transfer pathways.