Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 27.1%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 27.3%
- Retention Rate
- 50.0%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $34,453
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $13,040
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 14:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 35.2%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $138/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. | Associate | $61,020 | $12,000 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services. | Associate | $39,153 | |
| Business Operations Support and Assistant Services. | Associate | $31,848 | |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate | $26,799 | $10,947 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate | $26,715 |
Outcomes Overview
Graduates face a challenging financial reality with median debt of $13,040 against earnings of just $34,453 after ten years. Monthly loan payments of $138 consume about 4.8% of typical graduate income, which is manageable but concerning given the low absolute earnings. The debt-to-income ratio of 38% exceeds recommended levels for most career paths. With 90.7% employment rates, graduates find work but often in lower-paying service sector and retail positions that dominate Maui's tourism-based economy. Many pursue additional education or training after graduation to improve earning potential. Given the combination of modest debt but very low earnings compared to national averages, this represents a weak return on investment for most students.