Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 24.0%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 24.0%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $38,716
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $11,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 20:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 25.1%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $117/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 | $59,011 | $14,250 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $57,318 | |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate | $53,671 | $15,311 |
| Fire Protection. | Certificate | $49,058 | $5,500 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Certificate | $39,648 | $5,500 |
| Agricultural Mechanization. | Associate | $36,131 | |
| Mining and Petroleum Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $29,685 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate | $26,585 | $10,589 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate | $22,329 | $12,500 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate | $20,530 | $10,500 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services. | Certificate | $16,478 | $9,000 |
Outcomes Overview
Navarro graduates enter the workforce with relatively modest debt burdens. The median debt of $11,000 creates monthly payments of $117, consuming just 3.8% of typical graduate earnings. The 91.4% employment rate demonstrates strong job placement success. Many graduates leverage the college's vocational programs to enter healthcare, skilled trades, and local business roles in East Texas. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.28 sits well below the concerning 1.0 threshold that signals financial stress. With graduates earning $38,716 within ten years while carrying manageable debt loads, the financial picture looks solid. For students seeking affordable workforce preparation without crushing debt, Navarro delivers a strong return on investment.