Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 64.8%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 62.2%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $40,669
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $18,685
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 21:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 34.2%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $198/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $43,493 | $19,891 |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians. | Certificate | $40,017 | |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Bachelor | $33,993 | $15,627 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Bachelor | $33,077 | $23,403 |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Associate | $29,685 | |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Certificate | $29,685 | |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor | $28,366 | |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $26,214 | $11,999 |
| Legal Support Services. | Associate | $25,967 | |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Associate | $24,576 | $13,014 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate | $22,455 | |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate | $21,383 | $16,322 |
Outcomes Overview
Platt College graduates enter the workforce with a median debt of $18,685 and earn $40,669 ten years after graduation. This creates a debt-to-earnings ratio of 46%, which is reasonable for a career-focused college. Monthly loan payments of $198 represent about 6% of typical graduate income. The 92.2% employment rate reflects strong industry connections in graphic design, media arts, and culinary fields. However, the 34.2% loan repayment rate suggests many graduates struggle with payments despite finding work. Starting salaries of $32,173 create tight budgets in expensive Los Angeles. Career colleges often produce job-ready graduates, but earnings growth appears limited compared to traditional four-year degrees. This represents an average return on investment.