Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 40.5%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 42.5%
- Retention Rate
- 70.2%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $47,872
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $18,750
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 18:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 63.0%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $199/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $63,692 | $31,401 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor | $62,012 | $13,375 |
| Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering. | Bachelor | $61,516 | $24,750 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master | $59,214 | |
| City/Urban, Community and Regional Planning. | Master | $58,970 | |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor | $57,318 | $12,577 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Master | $55,286 | |
| Civil Engineering. | Bachelor | $50,606 | $11,500 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $44,356 | $14,475 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master | $43,798 | |
| Hospitality Administration/Management. | Master | $42,682 | $28,770 |
| History. | Master | $41,565 | |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master | $41,087 | |
| Public Administration. | Master | $39,369 | |
| Arts, Entertainment,and Media Management. | Master | $38,289 |
Outcomes Overview
UNO graduates carry a median debt of $18,750, which equals about 39% of their typical $47,872 starting salary. Monthly loan payments of $199 consume roughly 5% of gross income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The university's strong ties to New Orleans' tourism, healthcare, and energy sectors help explain the solid 93% employment rate. Many music graduates leverage the city's active jazz scene and entertainment industry connections. The relatively low debt load reflects affordable in-state tuition of $9,172 for the 92% of students who are Louisiana residents. With reasonable debt levels and decent earning potential in a culturally rich but economically modest market, UNO offers an average return on investment.