Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 75.6%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 75.9%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $70,064
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $22,469
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 7:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 52.9%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $238/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. | Bachelor | $101,406 | |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Certificate | $42,495 |
Outcomes Overview
Recent graduates earn a median of $61,130 in their first year, climbing to $70,064 after a decade. With typical debt of $22,469, graduates face a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 32%. Monthly loan payments of $238 consume about 5% of starting salaries. The college specializes in health sciences and alternative medicine programs, particularly acupuncture and Oriental medicine. Graduates typically enter healthcare fields where employment rates reach 93.4%. However, the loan repayment rate of 53% suggests some graduates struggle with payments despite strong employment outcomes. Pacific College delivers an average return on investment, offering solid earning potential in specialized healthcare fields but with mixed debt repayment success.