Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 80.0%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $38,382
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $9,500
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 7:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 42.3%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $101/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate | $27,048 | |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate | $25,452 | $7,700 |
Outcomes Overview
Southwest College for the Deaf graduates enter the workforce with a median debt of $9,500, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 25% against their $38,382 median salary. Monthly loan payments of $101 represent only 3.2% of typical graduate income. The 90.8% employment rate reflects strong demand for deaf professionals in education, social services, and vocational rehabilitation. Many graduates transfer to four-year programs like Gallaudet University or RIT's National Technical Institute for the Deaf. The 42.32% loan repayment rate suggests some graduates pursue additional education rather than immediately entering the workforce. With minimal debt burden and specialized skills in high demand, this represents a strong return on investment for deaf and hard-of-hearing students seeking career preparation.