Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 30.5%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $36,545
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $13,387
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 16:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 37.4%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $142/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 | $57,318 | $17,969 |
| Precision Systems Maintenance and Repair Technologies. | Associate | $32,029 | |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate | $25,658 | $12,000 |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods. | Associate | $25,194 |
Outcomes Overview
Murray State College graduates enter the workforce with manageable debt loads. The median debt of $13,387 creates monthly payments of $142, which represents just 4.6% of typical graduate income. This debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.37 falls well below the recommended threshold of 1.0. Many graduates find work in agriculture, healthcare support, and skilled trades that serve rural Oklahoma communities. The college's strong ties to local ranching and farming operations help explain the solid 94.2% employment rate. With graduates earning a median $36,545 within ten years while carrying relatively light debt burdens, Murray State delivers a strong return on investment for students seeking practical career training.