Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 39.4%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 42.0%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $36,739
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $7,500
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 23:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 49.9%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $80/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 | $50,981 | $8,434 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate | $41,342 | |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Associate | $38,289 | |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $34,847 | |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Certificate | $34,704 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $34,348 | $7,250 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Certificate | $31,133 | |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR). | Certificate | $30,409 | |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $29,250 | |
| Precision Metal Working. | Certificate | $28,055 | |
| Legal Support Services. | Associate | $26,933 | |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Certificate | $26,585 | |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate | $21,693 | $5,500 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services. | Certificate | $19,592 | |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services. | Certificate | $17,950 | $3,500 |
Outcomes Overview
Graduates earn a median of $36,739 within ten years, placing them in typical community college territory for post-graduation income. The debt-to-earnings ratio sits at just 20 percent, well below national averages. Monthly loan payments of $80 represent only 2.6 percent of median earnings, making repayment manageable for most graduates. The 90.5 percent employment rate reflects strong job placement in the Gulf Coast region's healthcare, hospitality, and technical sectors. Many Pirates transfer to four-year universities or enter direct workforce roles in nursing, automotive technology, and business. With minimal debt and solid employment prospects in a growing Florida market, Pensacola State delivers a strong return on investment for career-focused students.