Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 49.7%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $36,155
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $11,250
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 20:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 27.1%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $119/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 | $50,856 | $24,666 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $41,565 | |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor | $39,369 | |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Bachelor | $36,852 | |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Bachelor | $33,281 | |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $33,206 | $22,500 |
| Public Administration. | Bachelor | $32,711 | |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Associate | $30,771 | |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate | $28,598 | |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Certificate | $28,598 | $14,333 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate | $25,636 | |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Certificate | $24,679 | $11,098 |
Outcomes Overview
Graduates earn a median of $36,155 ten years after starting, while carrying typical debt of $11,250. This creates a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 31%, well below the recommended 40% threshold. Monthly loan payments of $119 consume about 4% of graduate income. The school's 93.2% employment rate reflects strong job placement in healthcare support roles, business administration, and skilled trades. Most graduates enter fields like medical assisting, HVAC repair, and office management where technical certifications matter more than prestige. The 27.1% loan repayment rate suggests some graduates struggle financially despite finding work. With relatively low debt and solid employment prospects in growing technical fields, Southern Technical offers an average return on investment.