Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 61.4%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 60.7%
- Retention Rate
- 80.6%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $53,899
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $20,500
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 14:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 58.5%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $217/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced/Graduate Dentistry and Oral Sciences. | Master | $163,702 | |
| Dentistry. | Doctoral | $119,805 | $305,953 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master | $95,473 | $55,060 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Certificate | $83,177 | |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Master | $81,929 | |
| Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering. | Master | $79,967 | |
| Chemical Engineering. | Bachelor | $77,715 | $20,500 |
| Engineering-Related Fields. | Master | $74,953 | $20,500 |
| Computer Engineering. | Master | $73,446 | |
| Industrial Engineering. | Master | $69,757 | |
| Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering. | Bachelor | $68,778 | $13,123 |
| Computer Engineering. | Bachelor | $68,499 | $21,306 |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Master | $67,939 | $33,183 |
| Management Information Systems and Services. | Bachelor | $63,005 | $22,250 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor | $62,632 | $21,500 |
Outcomes Overview
Louisville graduates earn a median of $53,899 ten years after graduation, while carrying typical debt of $20,500. That debt-to-earnings ratio of 38% falls within reasonable range for a public university. Monthly loan payments of $217 consume about 5% of gross income for median earners. The school's strong medical programs and business school funnel graduates into healthcare and corporate roles throughout Kentucky and the region. Alumni like NFL MVP Lamar Jackson showcase the university's athletic pipeline, while the medical school produces doctors serving underserved communities. With 95.8% employment rates and manageable debt loads relative to earning potential, Louisville delivers a strong return on investment for most students.