Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 70.9%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 65.7%
- Retention Rate
- 63.8%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $29,648
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $20,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 19:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 18.4%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $212/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $48,041 | $41,654 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies. | Associate | $25,826 | $20,000 |
| Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other. | Bachelor | $24,615 | $47,083 |
| Public Health. | Bachelor | $21,312 | $48,996 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Associate | $21,234 | $20,000 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate | $18,999 | $19,998 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Associate | $18,047 | $24,750 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Certificate | $17,246 | |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate | $16,580 | $17,367 |
Outcomes Overview
Graduates face significant financial challenges with median debt of $20,000 against earnings of just $29,648 ten years out. This creates a debt-to-earnings ratio of 67%, well above the recommended 40% threshold. Monthly loan payments of $212 consume roughly 9% of typical graduate income. The concerning loan repayment rate of just 18.44% suggests many students struggle to manage their debt burden. With 89.2% finding employment, job placement isn't the issue. However, the relatively low median earnings reflect the reality that many graduates enter entry-level positions in education, healthcare support, and business services common in the El Paso market. Given the debt load versus earning potential, this represents a weak return on investment.