Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 63.0%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 60.5%
- Retention Rate
- 77.8%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $49,944
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $16,750
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 17:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 44.9%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $178/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor | $46,790 | |
| Quality Control and Safety Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $40,402 | $16,162 |
| Electromechanical Instrumentation and Maintenance Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $35,600 | $17,366 |
| Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians. | Certificate | $35,060 | $16,750 |
| Electromechanical Instrumentation and Maintenance Technologies/Technicians. | Certificate | $30,228 | $16,000 |
| Quality Control and Safety Technologies/Technicians. | Certificate | $30,119 | $13,644 |
Outcomes Overview
Spartan graduates enter aviation careers with a median debt of $16,750, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 0.34 compared to typical four-year graduates who face ratios above 1.0. Monthly loan payments of $178 represent only 4.3% of median earnings of $49,944, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The school's 94.7% employment rate reflects strong demand for aircraft mechanics, avionics technicians, and pilots in commercial aviation. Most graduates find positions with airlines, maintenance facilities, or aerospace manufacturers where specialized skills command premium wages. Aviation technical training typically offers faster career entry than traditional degrees. This combination of low debt, high employment rates, and solid earnings in a specialized field represents a strong return on investment.