Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 32.5%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $38,320
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $8,548
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 15:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 33.3%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $91/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 | $54,463 | |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Associate | $46,321 | $12,600 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $45,082 | $9,407 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate | $43,798 | |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies. | Associate | $39,009 | $7,000 |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $33,565 | |
| Business Operations Support and Assistant Services. | Associate | $30,409 | |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate | $26,353 | |
| Biological and Physical Sciences. | Associate | $24,421 | $7,000 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate | $22,824 | $8,250 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate | $22,482 |
Outcomes Overview
Parkland graduates enter the workforce with manageable debt loads. The median debt of $8,548 creates monthly payments of just $91, representing only 2.9% of typical graduate income. This debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.22 beats most four-year institutions by a wide margin. The college's strong ties to local healthcare systems and manufacturing plants help explain the impressive 92.7% employment rate. Many graduates find work as certified nursing assistants, automotive technicians, and skilled trades workers in the Champaign-Urbana area. With median earnings reaching $38,320 within ten years and minimal debt burden, Parkland delivers a strong return on investment for students seeking practical career training.