Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 52.1%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 52.5%
- Retention Rate
- 72.9%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $44,792
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $18,450
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 15:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 47.7%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $196/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. | Doctoral | $135,393 | |
| Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration. | Doctoral | $124,631 | $117,989 |
| Engineering, General. | Doctoral | $114,892 | |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Master | $105,465 | $78,496 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Master | $103,078 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master | $94,999 | $61,577 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Master | $92,632 | |
| Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering. | Master | $92,632 | |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Master | $85,391 | $30,625 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Doctoral | $74,953 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $70,863 | $19,250 |
| Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering. | Bachelor | $69,338 | $25,000 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate | $68,965 | |
| Computer Engineering. | Bachelor | $68,219 | |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master | $65,424 | $20,731 |
Outcomes Overview
UNM graduates enter the workforce with a median debt of $18,450 and earn $44,792 ten years out, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 41%. Monthly loan payments of $196 represent just 4.4% of typical graduate income. The 92.5% employment rate reflects strong job placement in New Mexico's growing healthcare, technology, and government sectors. Many graduates stay in-state, benefiting from UNM's deep connections to Albuquerque's biotech corridor and the state's national laboratories. The relatively low debt burden combined with solid earning potential makes this a strong return on investment, especially for students who remain in New Mexico where their degree carries significant regional prestige and network value.