Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 21.2%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $41,661
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $10,331
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 19:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 48.0%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $110/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 | $56,351 | $13,500 |
| Fire Protection. | Associate | $53,775 | |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $50,856 | $14,000 |
| Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $49,644 | |
| Precision Metal Working. | Associate | $44,170 | |
| Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $42,682 | $11,377 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR). | Associate | $42,235 | |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate | $35,274 | $9,414 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Associate | $33,993 | $13,549 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies. | Associate | $32,925 | |
| Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services. | Associate | $32,029 | |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate | $30,771 | $12,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate | $30,409 | $9,150 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services. | Associate | $29,322 | |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate | $26,012 | $8,975 |
Outcomes Overview
Southern Maine Community College graduates earn a median of $41,661 ten years after completion. Monthly loan payments of $110 consume just 3.2% of typical graduate income. The median debt of $10,331 creates a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.25, well below the concerning 1.0 threshold. Nearly 95% of graduates find employment after completing their programs. The college's healthcare and skilled trades focus aligns with Maine's growing medical sector and construction industry. Many graduates enter nursing, medical assisting, automotive technology, and business administration roles that offer stable career paths. With low debt burdens and strong job placement in practical fields, this represents a strong return on investment for students seeking immediate workforce entry.