Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 64.2%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 62.6%
- Retention Rate
- 76.6%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $69,151
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $27,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 11:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 63.7%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $286/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $89,968 | $82,000 |
| Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering. | Bachelor | $84,653 | |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor | $76,170 | $27,000 |
| Engineering Technology, General. | Bachelor | $73,949 | |
| Biomedical/Medical Engineering. | Bachelor | $73,635 | $26,500 |
| Architectural Engineering. | Master | $69,338 | |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor | $63,997 | $27,000 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor | $57,318 | |
| Architecture. | Bachelor | $53,608 | |
| Civil Engineering. | Bachelor | $53,358 | |
| Architecture. | Master | $52,941 | |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Bachelor | $48,432 | |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor | $30,771 |
Outcomes Overview
Lawrence Tech graduates enter the workforce with strong earning potential but manageable debt loads. The median debt of $27,000 translates to monthly payments of $286, representing just 4.9% of typical first-year earnings of $69,831. This debt-to-income ratio sits well below the recommended 10% threshold for student loans. The university's 96.2% employment rate reflects strong industry connections in automotive engineering and technology sectors around Detroit. Most graduates land jobs at Ford, General Motors, or growing tech companies in Michigan's expanding innovation economy. Five years out, median earnings jump to $86,111, making the debt burden even lighter. Lawrence Tech delivers a strong return on investment for STEM-focused students.