Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 55.1%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 56.5%
- Retention Rate
- 72.9%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $63,199
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $17,527
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 23:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 57.5%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $186/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. | Doctoral | $135,393 | $46,590 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master | $106,421 | $48,470 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Master | $82,440 | |
| Bioethics/Medical Ethics. | Master | $80,862 | $31,540 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $76,460 | $35,750 |
| Civil Engineering. | Master | $76,460 | $24,809 |
| Information Science/Studies. | Master | $73,299 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $72,515 | $17,421 |
| Computer Engineering. | Bachelor | $71,225 | $19,083 |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor | $69,897 | $17,899 |
| Industrial Engineering. | Bachelor | $67,202 | $18,359 |
| Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering. | Bachelor | $66,461 | $23,316 |
| Taxation. | Master | $65,573 | |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Master | $64,990 | |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor | $64,824 | $23,031 |
Outcomes Overview
UTA graduates enter the workforce with a median debt of $17,527 and earn $43,700 within six years, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 40%. Monthly loan payments of $186 represent just 5% of typical graduate income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The 96.2% employment rate reflects strong demand for UTA's engineering and business graduates in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. Many find work with major employers like Lockheed Martin, American Airlines, and AT&T. The university's urban planning and engineering programs feed directly into North Texas's booming construction and tech sectors. With relatively low debt and solid earning potential in a thriving job market, UTA offers a strong return on investment.