Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 49.6%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 50.4%
- Retention Rate
- 75.6%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $52,567
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $23,961
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 14:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 65.2%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $254/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other. | Bachelor | $67,660 | |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection. | Bachelor | $67,660 | $27,000 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate | $66,897 | $28,955 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $64,990 | $31,000 |
| Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor | $60,485 | $26,975 |
| Civil Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor | $52,941 | $26,375 |
| Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor | $47,260 | $27,000 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers. | Associate | $47,260 | $12,000 |
| Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies. | Associate | $43,798 | $14,250 |
| Precision Metal Working. | Associate | $40,461 | $14,250 |
| Architectural Sciences and Technology. | Bachelor | $37,568 | $27,000 |
| Computer Software and Media Applications. | Bachelor | $37,208 | $27,970 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies. | Associate | $37,208 | $12,000 |
| Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $36,848 | |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Bachelor | $36,674 | $27,000 |
Outcomes Overview
Graduates earn a median of $52,567 ten years out, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 45%. Monthly loan payments of $254 consume about 5.8% of typical graduate income. The school's focus on applied technology pays off in job placement, with 97.8% of graduates finding employment. Most enter skilled trades and technical fields where Penn College's hands-on training gives them an edge over traditional four-year graduates. Industries like automotive technology, construction management, and manufacturing actively recruit from campus. While the 50.4% six-year graduation rate lags behind national averages, completers see solid returns. For students committed to technical careers, this represents a strong return on investment.