Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 61.0%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 60.9%
- Retention Rate
- 75.1%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $54,670
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $21,982
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 17:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 61.8%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $233/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering. | Master | $86,424 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $84,653 | |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor | $74,576 | $25,500 |
| Chemical Engineering. | Bachelor | $68,499 | $27,000 |
| Civil Engineering. | Master | $68,499 | |
| Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering. | Bachelor | $67,101 | $24,930 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor | $59,982 | $21,125 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master | $59,640 | $30,147 |
| Civil Engineering. | Bachelor | $57,860 | $20,125 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master | $57,860 | |
| Law. | Doctoral | $53,131 | $100,091 |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Master | $51,482 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $50,439 | $21,181 |
| Management Information Systems and Services. | Bachelor | $50,270 | $18,146 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master | $48,667 |
Outcomes Overview
University of Idaho graduates enter the workforce with a median debt of $21,982, which represents a manageable 40% debt-to-income ratio given their $54,670 median earnings after ten years. Monthly loan payments of $233 consume just 5% of typical graduate income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The university's strong agriculture and engineering programs funnel graduates into stable industries like food science, civil engineering, and natural resources management. With a 95.2% employment rate, Vandals consistently find work in their fields. The combination of reasonable debt levels, solid earning potential, and high employment rates creates a strong return on investment for most students.