Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 46.6%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 45.9%
- Retention Rate
- 77.4%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $50,923
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $18,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 20:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 46.1%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $191/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 | $126,504 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master | $100,522 | $41,000 |
| Computer Engineering. | Master | $84,653 | $26,718 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Doctoral | $76,802 | $44,877 |
| Bioethics/Medical Ethics. | Master | $76,460 | $38,201 |
| Systems Engineering. | Master | $68,219 | |
| Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering. | Bachelor | $66,821 | $17,823 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Master | $65,821 | |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Master | $65,332 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $62,710 | $18,700 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor | $60,623 | $19,869 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master | $59,485 | $16,634 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor | $58,943 | $16,378 |
| Metallurgical Engineering. | Bachelor | $57,318 | $20,490 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Master | $54,035 |
Outcomes Overview
UTEP graduates carry a median debt of $18,000, which represents a manageable 36% of their first-year median earnings of $50,923. Monthly loan payments of $191 consume about 5.5% of typical graduate income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The university's strong engineering programs feed into the region's growing manufacturing and technology sectors, particularly in aerospace and defense. Many graduates also pursue careers in education, healthcare, and cross-border business given El Paso's strategic location. With 92.4% of graduates finding employment and earnings that climb to $57,030 within five years, UTEP delivers a strong return on investment for students seeking affordable access to quality higher education.