Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 36.4%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 37.5%
- Retention Rate
- 65.5%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $48,351
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $21,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 17:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 55.0%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $223/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering. | Bachelor | $68,499 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $67,324 | $24,200 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $61,192 | $21,922 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $55,625 | $19,845 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor | $55,512 | $25,000 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor | $54,661 | $18,750 |
| Public Administration. | Master | $51,607 | |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Master | $49,729 | $37,787 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Certificate | $49,058 | |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master | $48,265 | $33,164 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master | $46,087 | $47,630 |
| Foods, Nutrition, and Related Services. | Master | $45,500 | $20,500 |
| Public Health. | Bachelor | $44,216 | $18,000 |
| Management Information Systems and Services. | Bachelor | $43,426 | $19,089 |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services. | Master | $42,682 | $41,000 |
Outcomes Overview
UCO graduates enter the workforce with a median debt of $21,000 and earn $48,351 within ten years of graduation. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 43% falls within a manageable range, though monthly loan payments of $223 consume about 5.5% of typical graduate income. The university's strong ties to Oklahoma's energy, education, and healthcare sectors help explain the solid 94.4% employment rate. Many graduates find opportunities in Oklahoma City's growing job market, particularly in business, criminal justice, and education fields where UCO has established reputations. With relatively low debt loads compared to national averages and decent earning potential in Oklahoma's affordable cost-of-living environment, UCO offers an average return on investment.