Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 21.9%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $38,075
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $14,761
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 19:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 28.7%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $156/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 | $68,422 | $16,500 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Associate | $58,943 | |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $54,252 | |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Certificate | $46,673 | $10,879 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate | $45,618 | |
| Precision Metal Working. | Associate | $40,485 | |
| Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $39,369 | |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies. | Associate | $37,208 | |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Associate | $37,208 | |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Associate | $34,847 | |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Certificate | $33,993 | |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Certificate | $31,941 | |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate | $30,119 | |
| Business Operations Support and Assistant Services. | Associate | $29,995 | |
| Community Organization and Advocacy. | Associate | $27,488 |
Outcomes Overview
Lane graduates earn a median of $38,075 ten years after completing their programs. With typical debt of $14,761, students face a debt-to-earnings ratio of 39 percent, which is reasonable for a two-year degree. Monthly loan payments of $156 consume about 5 percent of median income. The college's strong ties to Eugene's healthcare systems and timber industry help explain the 93.6 percent employment rate among graduates. Many students transfer to four-year universities or enter skilled trades like nursing, automotive technology, and manufacturing. The low debt burden combined with solid employment prospects creates a strong return on investment for students seeking affordable career training or university transfer preparation.