Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 26.1%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $45,287
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $14,743
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 21:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 50.7%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $156/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 | $60,689 | $18,145 |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection. | Certificate | $52,107 | |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Associate | $49,918 | $13,000 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $45,249 | $14,000 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate | $44,649 | $12,000 |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection. | Associate | $44,170 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate | $41,565 | $12,875 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Associate | $38,289 | $15,250 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Associate | $37,928 | $21,125 |
| Precision Metal Working. | Certificate | $34,704 | |
| Business Operations Support and Assistant Services. | Associate | $32,382 | |
| Carpenters. | Certificate | $32,029 | |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Certificate | $31,585 | |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Certificate | $31,205 | $19,395 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Certificate | $31,042 | $19,250 |
Outcomes Overview
Graduates earn a median of $45,287 ten years after completing their programs. With median debt of $14,743, the debt-to-earnings ratio sits at a manageable 33%. Monthly loan payments of $156 consume about 4% of typical graduate income. The 97% employment rate reflects strong job market demand for healthcare technicians and skilled trades workers. Many graduates enter Mayo Clinic's extensive network or other Rochester healthcare facilities. The 51% loan repayment rate lags behind national community college averages, though this partly reflects the high percentage of students from lower-income backgrounds. Given the relatively low debt burden and strong employment outcomes in stable healthcare careers, this represents an average return on investment for career-focused students.