Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 25.1%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $38,773
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $8,217
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 19:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 41.5%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $87/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 | $56,087 | $7,646 |
| Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies. | Associate | $53,810 | |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers. | Associate | $50,439 | $8,628 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Associate | $50,270 | $9,903 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies. | Associate | $48,041 | |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $45,584 | |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate | $35,864 | $11,424 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Associate | $31,853 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate | $29,250 | $7,487 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate | $28,381 | $6,615 |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Associate | $28,381 | |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services. | Associate | $26,739 | |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Associate | $24,615 | $8,831 |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Associate | $20,140 |
Outcomes Overview
Graduates earn $41,455 in their first year after completing programs, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 20%. Monthly loan payments of $87 consume only 2.5% of typical graduate income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The college serves as a pipeline for Omaha's healthcare, manufacturing, and transportation sectors, which explains the strong 94.7% employment rate. Many students transfer to four-year universities or enter skilled trades where demand remains high in Nebraska's economy. With median debt of only $8,217 compared to national community college averages near $15,000, Metropolitan delivers strong value. The combination of low debt, strong employment prospects, and reasonable earnings creates a strong return on investment for career-focused students.