Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 24.9%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $41,363
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $11,961
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 17:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 38.0%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $127/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 | $71,686 | $17,296 |
| Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies. | Associate | $52,107 | |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $47,260 | $13,250 |
| Precision Metal Working. | Associate | $42,123 | |
| Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $41,193 | |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate | $36,914 | $15,334 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies. | Associate | $36,141 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate | $30,771 | |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate | $29,685 | |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Associate | $27,066 | |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Certificate | $26,933 | |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate | $25,194 | $10,489 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services. | Associate | $24,421 | |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians. | Certificate | $21,234 |
Outcomes Overview
Linn-Benton graduates earn a median of $41,363 ten years after completing their programs. With typical debt of $11,961, graduates face a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 29%, well below the recommended 40% threshold. Monthly loan payments of $127 represent only 3.7% of median earnings, making repayment manageable for most students. The college's strong career and technical programs feed directly into Oregon's manufacturing, healthcare, and skilled trades sectors. Many graduates also transfer to four-year universities through established pathways with Oregon State and other institutions. Despite a modest 24.9% six-year completion rate, those who finish see solid employment prospects with a 94.6% employment rate. This represents a strong return on investment for career-focused students.