Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 50.9%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 49.3%
- Retention Rate
- 78.9%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $49,620
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $12,950
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 19:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 50.7%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $137/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Master | $109,235 | $73,496 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master | $106,421 | $23,302 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $61,516 | |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Master | $61,516 | $25,578 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $61,334 | $11,208 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master | $56,234 | $17,819 |
| Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering. | Bachelor | $55,693 | $17,892 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master | $55,151 | $29,158 |
| Mathematics. | Master | $53,810 | |
| Biology, General. | Master | $53,697 | $17,000 |
| Bilingual, Multilingual, and Multicultural Education. | Master | $52,607 | |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Master | $52,464 | $21,006 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor | $52,107 | $15,125 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Master | $51,607 | |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies. | Master | $50,856 |
Outcomes Overview
UTRGV graduates enter the workforce with a median debt of $12,950, well below the national average. Ten years after graduation, median earnings reach $49,620, creating a manageable debt-to-income ratio of 26%. Monthly loan payments of $137 represent just 3.3% of typical graduate income. The 92.3% employment rate reflects strong regional job placement in healthcare, education, and cross-border business. Many graduates stay in the Rio Grande Valley, where bilingual skills and cultural connections open doors in international trade and medical services. The university's focus on serving the Hispanic community translates into practical career preparation. With low debt and solid earning potential in a growing border economy, UTRGV delivers a strong return on investment.