Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 29.2%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $41,267
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $14,345
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 15:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 45.1%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $152/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 | $55,873 | |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate | $38,289 | |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate | $28,055 | $12,000 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services. | Associate | $27,584 | |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate | $26,121 | $12,713 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate | $24,936 | $10,138 |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Associate | $24,035 | |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Associate | $19,909 |
Outcomes Overview
Graduates leave SUNY Adirondack with a median debt of $14,345, earning $29,937 in their first year after graduation. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.48 is manageable compared to many four-year institutions. Monthly loan payments of $152 represent about 6% of first-year income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. Employment rates reach 94.3%, reflecting the college's focus on career-ready programs in healthcare, business, and skilled trades. Many graduates transfer to four-year schools or enter local healthcare systems and manufacturing companies in the North Country region. Earnings climb to $45,578 by year five, showing solid income growth. This represents a strong return on investment for a community college education.