Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 48.1%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $44,425
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $12,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 18:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 54.5%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $127/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 | $53,017 | $21,250 |
| Electromechanical Instrumentation and Maintenance Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $52,663 | |
| Fire Protection. | Associate | $46,087 | |
| Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $44,170 | |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $43,426 | $19,000 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies. | Certificate | $39,369 | $11,000 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate | $38,289 | $12,000 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR). | Certificate | $37,478 | |
| Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services. | Certificate | $37,208 | |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies. | Associate | $36,941 | |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers. | Certificate | $36,312 | $12,000 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Associate | $36,129 | |
| General Sales, Merchandising and Related Marketing Operations. | Associate | $35,600 | |
| Ground Transportation. | Certificate | $35,060 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate | $34,526 |
Outcomes Overview
Northland graduates enter the workforce quickly with a 97.4% employment rate and median debt of just $12,000. Monthly loan payments of $127 represent about 3.4% of typical graduate income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.27 is excellent for a two-year program. Many graduates find work in healthcare, manufacturing, and skilled trades throughout northern Minnesota and the region. Median earnings of $44,425 ten years out reflect the solid middle-class careers these technical programs provide. With low debt burdens and strong job placement, this represents a strong return on investment for students seeking practical workforce training.