Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 34.3%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $47,224
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $9,500
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 19:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 52.8%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $101/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 | $90,678 | $14,744 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $76,460 | |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Associate | $75,832 | |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate | $71,015 | |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Certificate | $68,219 | |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Associate | $48,849 | |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies. | Certificate | $42,682 | |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Certificate | $42,682 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate | $38,289 | |
| Social Sciences, General. | Associate | $37,208 | |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate | $34,704 | |
| Psychology, General. | Associate | $29,685 | |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services. | Associate | $27,765 | |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services. | Certificate | $27,439 |
Outcomes Overview
Graduates earn a median of $47,224 ten years after starting, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 20% with typical debt of $9,500. Monthly loan payments of $101 represent only 2.6% of median income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The 90.9% employment rate reflects strong job placement in Sonoma County's wine industry, healthcare, and skilled trades. Santa Rosa's location in wine country creates pathways into hospitality, agriculture, and tourism careers that value hands-on training over four-year degrees. The 52.81% loan repayment rate shows manageable debt loads. With minimal borrowing required and solid earning potential in regional industries, this represents a strong return on investment for career-focused students.