Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 17.7%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 17.7%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $35,325
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $6,725
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 18:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 37.3%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $71/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 | $54,013 | $8,500 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Associate | $50,161 | |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $46,321 | $8,250 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Certificate | $41,937 | |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Associate | $40,467 | |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate | $35,701 | |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies. | Associate | $33,993 | |
| American Sign Language. | Associate | $33,138 | |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate | $33,138 | |
| Legal Support Services. | Associate | $30,409 | |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services. | Associate | $26,850 | |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate | $25,194 | |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Associate | $24,808 | |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate | $23,745 | $5,250 |
| Human Services, General. | Associate | $22,378 | $11,584 |
Outcomes Overview
Saint Louis Community College graduates enter the workforce with manageable debt loads averaging $6,725, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 19% against median earnings of $35,325. Monthly loan payments of $71 represent only 2.4% of typical graduate income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The 94.1% employment rate reflects strong regional job placement in healthcare, manufacturing, and skilled trades that dominate the St. Louis metro area. Many graduates transfer to four-year universities or enter fields like nursing, automotive technology, and business administration where associate degrees provide direct career pathways. With minimal debt burden and solid earning potential in practical fields, this represents a strong return on investment for career-focused students.