Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 55.1%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 54.6%
- Retention Rate
- 72.4%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $50,527
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $20,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 17:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 66.4%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $212/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science. | Bachelor | $66,325 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $64,865 | $12,500 |
| Construction Management. | Bachelor | $64,865 | $14,748 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master | $58,402 | |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Doctoral | $53,775 | |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Master | $52,107 | |
| Curriculum and Instruction. | Master | $51,690 | $15,500 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master | $48,823 | $19,972 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Master | $48,600 | $40,116 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master | $48,265 | $19,684 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $46,999 | $17,750 |
| Sociology. | Bachelor | $45,500 | $26,000 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor | $43,240 | $18,099 |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services. | Master | $42,309 | $42,260 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $41,689 | $16,557 |
Outcomes Overview
Minnesota State Moorhead graduates earn a median of $50,527 ten years after graduation, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 40% with typical loan balances of $20,000. Monthly loan payments of $212 represent about 5% of gross monthly income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The 97.4% employment rate reflects strong regional job placement, particularly in education and healthcare fields where many Dragons graduates build careers. With identical in-state and out-of-state tuition of $10,336, students from neighboring states often find excellent value. The combination of low debt loads, solid earnings potential, and high employment rates delivers a strong return on investment for graduates willing to work in the upper Midwest.