Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 41.2%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 41.3%
- Retention Rate
- 63.0%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $55,747
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $21,030
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 16:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 55.1%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $223/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. | Master | $119,061 | $31,545 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Master | $91,744 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $66,631 | $20,392 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Bachelor | $61,516 | $19,349 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $59,124 | $22,000 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Bachelor | $57,755 | $17,064 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor | $55,964 | $31,000 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor | $52,107 | |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master | $48,139 | $28,493 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master | $46,478 | |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor | $46,478 | $23,661 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $43,798 | $24,398 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master | $42,123 | |
| Health and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor | $39,909 | |
| Health and Physical Education/Fitness. | Master | $38,289 | $30,750 |
Outcomes Overview
Midwestern State graduates earn a median of $55,747 ten years after graduation, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 38% with typical debt loads of $21,030. Monthly loan payments of $223 represent about 5% of median income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The 96.2% employment rate reflects strong job placement in North Texas's growing economy. Business program graduates often enter finance, management, and consulting roles in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. The university's focus on serving working students translates to practical skills that employers value. Despite the modest 41% graduation rate, those who complete their degrees see a strong return on investment.