Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 38.7%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 43.0%
- Retention Rate
- 71.1%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $39,596
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $23,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 16:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 37.3%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $244/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Master | $66,941 | $49,400 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $57,318 | $24,045 |
| Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor | $55,512 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate | $52,607 | $23,875 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Associate | $47,260 | $17,494 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Associate | $44,170 | |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $43,426 | $13,500 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $41,193 | |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate | $39,969 | $13,488 |
| Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other. | Bachelor | $39,009 | $27,705 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master | $38,829 | |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor | $32,071 | |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Bachelor | $31,852 | $25,058 |
| Biological and Physical Sciences. | Bachelor | $30,771 | $16,000 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Bachelor | $29,685 | $19,500 |
Outcomes Overview
Shawnee State graduates earn a median of $39,596 ten years after graduation, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 58% with typical debt of $23,000. Monthly loan payments of $244 consume about 7.4% of graduates' income, which is manageable compared to the national average of 10-15%. The university's career-focused programs in health sciences, education, and business administration prepare students for Ohio's regional job market. With a 94% employment rate, most Bears find work quickly after graduation. However, the relatively modest earnings reflect the school's role serving rural southern Ohio rather than high-paying metropolitan markets. This represents an average return on investment for students seeking affordable, practical career preparation.