Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 45.3%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 46.8%
- Retention Rate
- 73.0%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $57,053
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $17,137
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 17:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 57.8%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $182/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. | Master | $98,213 | $38,076 |
| Public Administration. | Master | $91,744 | |
| Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering. | Bachelor | $69,338 | $18,500 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $68,858 | $35,469 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor | $64,706 | $17,788 |
| Construction Management. | Bachelor | $61,020 | $25,000 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $59,904 | $17,483 |
| Civil Engineering. | Bachelor | $58,221 | $18,750 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master | $52,774 | $18,152 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor | $52,107 | $21,422 |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Master | $49,631 | $30,739 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master | $49,136 | $23,712 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master | $46,087 | $31,316 |
| Curriculum and Instruction. | Master | $44,170 | $17,500 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Master | $43,575 |
Outcomes Overview
UT Tyler graduates enter the workforce with a median debt of $17,137, creating monthly payments of $182. This translates to roughly 3.5% of median monthly earnings of $4,754, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The employment rate reaches 95.7% within six months of graduation. Graduates typically find work in healthcare, education, and business throughout East Texas, with many staying in the Tyler metro area. The median earnings of $57,053 after ten years represent solid returns for a regional public university. With relatively low debt loads and strong job placement rates, UT Tyler delivers a strong return on investment for students seeking practical career preparation without overwhelming financial burden.