Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 53.3%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 54.1%
- Retention Rate
- 79.7%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $56,922
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $21,106
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 21:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 69.9%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $224/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 | $104,749 | |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Doctoral | $78,719 | $32,314 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $76,460 | |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor | $68,047 | $20,290 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $67,079 | $13,225 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor | $64,493 | $23,562 |
| Engineering, General. | Bachelor | $63,302 | $13,936 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master | $61,303 | |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master | $61,064 | |
| Civil Engineering. | Bachelor | $60,771 | |
| Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor | $59,824 | $27,100 |
| Construction Management. | Bachelor | $59,576 | $24,675 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Bachelor | $58,447 | $21,355 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Bachelor | $57,318 | |
| Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor | $56,544 | $25,530 |
Outcomes Overview
Minnesota State Mankato graduates earn a median salary of $56,922 ten years after graduation, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 37%. Monthly loan payments of $224 consume about 4.7% of typical graduate income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The 98.5% employment rate reflects strong job market outcomes for Mavericks. Many graduates find work in Minnesota's robust healthcare, education, and manufacturing sectors, particularly around the Twin Cities metro area. Business and education majors often secure positions with regional employers who actively recruit from the campus. With relatively low debt loads averaging $21,106 and solid earning potential, Minnesota State Mankato delivers a strong return on investment for most students.