Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 52.1%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $34,242
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $10,175
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 23:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 26.7%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $108/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 | $53,179 | $16,503 |
| Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies. | Associate | $43,314 | $9,300 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Associate | $39,927 | |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $38,289 | $18,500 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Associate | $28,598 | |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Certificate | $27,439 | $6,897 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate | $24,730 | $13,650 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate | $23,003 | $8,603 |
Outcomes Overview
Graduates earn a median of $34,242 ten years after leaving, while carrying typical debt of $10,175. This creates a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 30%, well below concerning levels. Monthly loan payments of $108 represent just 3.8% of median income. The 93.4% employment rate reflects strong demand for the technical and healthcare skills students develop here. Many graduates enter manufacturing, healthcare support, and skilled trades that anchor Kentucky's economy. The low debt burden comes from affordable tuition and the fact that only 9.51% of students take federal loans. Students completing transfer programs often continue their education debt-free at four-year universities. This represents a strong return on investment for career-focused education.