Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 65.4%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 65.9%
- Retention Rate
- 83.9%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $57,413
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $20,500
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 18:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 64.4%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $217/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fire Protection. | Bachelor | $72,231 | $26,000 |
| Chemical Engineering. | Bachelor | $70,176 | $24,500 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $69,338 | $18,682 |
| Veterinary Medicine. | Doctoral | $69,002 | |
| Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering. | Bachelor | $68,499 | $20,574 |
| Construction Engineering Technologies. | Bachelor | $63,855 | $24,525 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor | $63,335 | $20,637 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master | $58,221 | |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor | $57,318 | $23,097 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Master | $55,964 | $29,850 |
| Architecture. | Bachelor | $55,286 | |
| Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor | $54,435 | $22,409 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor | $52,107 | $21,277 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $50,856 | $20,734 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Master | $49,644 | $30,071 |
Outcomes Overview
Oklahoma State graduates earn a median of $57,413 ten years after graduation, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 36% with typical debt of $20,500. Monthly loan payments of $217 consume about 4.5% of post-graduation income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The university's strong ties to agriculture, energy, and engineering sectors help explain why 95.5% of graduates find employment. Alumni frequently enter oil and gas companies, agricultural businesses, and engineering firms where Oklahoma State's industry connections prove valuable. The 64.4% loan repayment rate indicates most graduates manage their debt successfully. Given reasonable debt levels, strong employment outcomes, and solid earning potential in growth industries, Oklahoma State delivers a strong return on investment.