Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 5.3%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 9.1%
- Retention Rate
- 16.7%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $34,421
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $26,123
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 12:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 25.5%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $277/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. | Master | $91,613 | $59,405 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $66,883 | $23,592 |
| Information Science/Studies. | Master | $60,839 | $43,847 |
| Information Science/Studies. | Bachelor | $44,418 | $45,268 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate | $43,489 | $23,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $42,799 | $46,193 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $39,986 | $46,000 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Master | $37,478 | $41,000 |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Master | $36,598 | $62,262 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor | $34,420 | $42,354 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Bachelor | $33,616 | $39,675 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | Bachelor | $30,520 | $47,778 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor | $26,836 | $44,548 |
Outcomes Overview
South University-Austin graduates face significant financial challenges after completing their programs. The median debt of $26,123 creates a debt-to-earnings ratio of 76% against the $34,421 median salary after ten years. Monthly loan payments of $277 consume about 10% of typical graduate income, well above the recommended 8% threshold. Only 25% of borrowers successfully repay their loans on schedule. The school primarily serves students entering healthcare and business fields, where starting salaries often lag behind debt obligations. With a 9% six-year graduation rate and modest earning potential, this represents a weak return on investment compared to traditional colleges and trade schools.