Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 55.0%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $35,733
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $8,450
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 17:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 38.0%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $90/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Certificate | $65,657 | $5,750 |
| Electromechanical Instrumentation and Maintenance Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $51,273 | $5,125 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate | $47,260 | $9,776 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $40,017 | $10,457 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate | $36,848 | $7,500 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Associate | $28,598 | |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate | $25,194 | |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Associate | $22,192 | |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate | $20,921 | $7,825 |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Associate | $9,167 |
Outcomes Overview
Graduates face manageable debt with a median of $8,450 and monthly payments of just $90. This translates to roughly 3% of monthly income based on median earnings of $35,733 after ten years. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.24 sits well below the concerning 1.0 threshold that financial experts warn against. Nearly 95% of graduates find employment after completing their programs. Many enter healthcare support roles, manufacturing positions, and skilled trades that remain stable in western Kentucky's economy. The low debt burden combined with practical career training in high-demand fields makes this a strong return on investment for students seeking affordable workforce preparation.