Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 58.5%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 59.0%
- Retention Rate
- 73.5%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $50,296
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $12,500
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 22:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 68.9%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $133/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Education, General. | Master | $59,320 | $14,798 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master | $59,042 | $14,739 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $53,108 | $11,000 |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor | $52,107 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $52,107 | |
| Engineering Technology, General. | Bachelor | $51,273 | |
| Public Administration. | Master | $50,439 | $17,000 |
| Economics. | Bachelor | $47,952 | |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor | $47,260 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $42,682 | |
| Marketing. | Bachelor | $41,565 | |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $41,565 | $10,550 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor | $39,369 | |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor | $38,409 | $14,500 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor | $37,272 | $13,500 |
Outcomes Overview
SUU graduates enter the workforce with a median debt of $12,500, well below the national average. With median earnings of $50,296 ten years out, the debt-to-earnings ratio sits at a manageable 25%. Monthly loan payments of $133 represent just 3.2% of typical graduate income. The school's strong teacher education programs feed into Utah's public school system, where starting salaries often exceed $40,000. Many graduates also find work in outdoor recreation and tourism, capitalizing on southern Utah's booming adventure economy. The 93.1% employment rate reflects steady job placement. For students seeking affordable preparation for education or outdoor industry careers, SUU delivers a strong return on investment.