Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 51.3%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $43,613
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $12,971
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 17:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 49.5%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $138/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 | $57,544 | $20,752 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $53,775 | |
| Ground Transportation. | Certificate | $46,087 | |
| Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $44,189 | |
| Precision Metal Working. | Certificate | $39,009 | $9,500 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Associate | $37,208 | |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Certificate | $35,060 | $13,935 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies. | Certificate | $33,281 | |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Associate | $31,423 | |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Certificate | $31,314 | |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate | $30,228 | |
| Precision Systems Maintenance and Repair Technologies. | Certificate | $29,006 | $5,500 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate | $28,236 | |
| Business Operations Support and Assistant Services. | Associate | $26,353 | |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Associate | $22,192 |
Outcomes Overview
Minnesota State College Southeast graduates enter the workforce with relatively manageable debt burdens. The median debt of $12,971 represents just 30% of typical first-year earnings of $43,613. Monthly loan payments of $138 consume only 3.8% of gross income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The 96.3% employment rate reflects strong demand for graduates in healthcare, manufacturing, and skilled trades throughout southeastern Minnesota. Ten years after graduation, median earnings reach $43,613, indicating steady career progression in technical fields. The combination of low debt, high employment rates, and competitive starting salaries in recession-resistant industries creates a strong return on investment for students seeking practical career training.