Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 50.0%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $42,930
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $15,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 18:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 51.2%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $159/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 | $55,512 | $16,637 |
| Construction Trades, General. | Certificate | $39,369 | |
| Business Operations Support and Assistant Services. | Associate | $36,668 | |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies. | Associate | $35,060 | |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies. | Certificate | $30,771 | |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Certificate | $29,685 | |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Certificate | $25,194 | |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Associate | $21,312 |
Outcomes Overview
Northwest Technical College graduates enter the workforce with manageable debt loads. The median debt of $15,000 translates to monthly payments of $159, consuming just 4.4% of typical graduate earnings of $43,808 in the first year. This debt-to-income ratio of 0.35 sits well below problematic levels. The college's 95.5% employment rate reflects strong industry connections in northern Minnesota's healthcare, manufacturing, and trades sectors. Graduates earn a median $42,930 after ten years, solid for technical careers in a lower-cost region. The school's workforce training focus aligns well with regional employer needs. This represents a strong return on investment for career-focused students seeking stable employment with minimal debt burden.