Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 18.5%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $37,395
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $9,105
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 22:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 20.5%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $97/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 | $55,813 | $11,318 |
| Science Technologies/Technicians, Other. | Associate | $47,260 | $10,000 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Associate | $44,468 | |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate | $43,798 | $12,972 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Associate | $41,025 | |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $39,729 | $12,250 |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Associate | $35,416 | $14,680 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Associate | $29,685 | |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate | $29,359 | $9,224 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate | $28,960 | |
| Film/Video and Photographic Arts. | Associate | $26,896 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate | $26,850 | $9,837 |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Associate | $26,585 | |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate | $25,774 | $12,181 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services. | Associate | $21,964 |
Outcomes Overview
Oakland Community College graduates earn $37,395 ten years after leaving, while carrying typical debt loads of $9,105. That creates a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of just 24%. Monthly loan payments of $97 represent only 2.6% of median income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The 90.2% employment rate reflects strong job placement in Michigan's automotive and healthcare sectors, where many OCC graduates find work as technicians, medical assistants, and skilled trades workers. Community college graduates typically enter the workforce immediately rather than transferring, making these earnings figures particularly relevant. With low debt burdens and solid employment outcomes in practical fields, Oakland Community College delivers a strong return on investment for career-focused students.