Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 75.4%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 75.1%
- Retention Rate
- 92.2%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $58,308
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $18,190
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 29:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 59.0%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $193/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering-Related Fields. | Master | $120,252 | $24,014 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master | $91,363 | $27,242 |
| Statistics. | Master | $78,971 | |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Master | $76,041 | $40,236 |
| Education, General. | Doctoral | $75,204 | |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Doctoral | $67,420 | $84,816 |
| Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering. | Bachelor | $63,817 | $22,511 |
| Computer Engineering. | Bachelor | $63,749 | $18,750 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor | $61,516 | $20,250 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master | $61,020 | $17,950 |
| Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering. | Bachelor | $59,485 | $24,750 |
| Civil Engineering. | Bachelor | $58,092 | $20,250 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $57,507 | $13,366 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor | $56,867 | $20,160 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Master | $56,415 | $48,000 |
Outcomes Overview
UCF graduates earn a median of $58,308 ten years after graduation, while carrying typical debt of $18,190. This creates a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 31%, well below the concerning 40% threshold. Monthly loan payments of $193 represent just 4% of median income, making repayment feasible for most graduates. The university's strong programs in engineering, business, and hospitality management feed into Orlando's thriving tourism, aerospace, and tech industries. With a 94.2% employment rate and growing job markets in Central Florida, graduates find solid opportunities locally. The 58.9% loan repayment rate reflects mixed outcomes, but overall economics favor students. UCF delivers a strong return on investment for most graduates.