Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 16.1%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $41,596
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $6,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 26:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 48.8%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $64/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 | $56,993 | $5,493 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate | $38,906 | |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Associate | $37,808 | $4,802 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $37,748 | $7,049 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Associate | $36,134 | |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies. | Associate | $35,594 | |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate | $33,993 | |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Associate | $33,281 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate | $32,925 | |
| Marketing. | Associate | $30,984 | |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $30,891 | |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate | $29,970 | $6,000 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services. | Associate | $26,739 | |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Associate | $25,484 | $9,850 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate | $23,649 |
Outcomes Overview
Macomb graduates carry a median debt of just $6,000, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of only 0.15 when compared to their $41,596 median earnings after ten years. Monthly loan payments of $64 represent less than 2% of typical graduate income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The school serves Michigan's automotive corridor, connecting students to manufacturing, healthcare, and skilled trades that dominate the region. An impressive 94% employment rate reflects strong job placement in these growing sectors. With low debt loads and solid earning potential in stable industries, Macomb delivers a strong return on investment for students seeking practical career training.