Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 51.0%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 53.4%
- Retention Rate
- 76.0%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $66,125
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $24,250
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 14:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 75.3%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $257/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor | $69,221 | |
| Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering. | Bachelor | $68,918 | $25,250 |
| Chemical Engineering. | Bachelor | $68,422 | $24,750 |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor | $67,202 | $25,750 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor | $66,728 | $25,190 |
| Computer Engineering. | Bachelor | $65,131 | $26,489 |
| Civil Engineering. | Bachelor | $62,856 | $27,000 |
| Information Science/Studies. | Bachelor | $58,479 | $26,486 |
| Civil Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor | $58,221 | |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $55,136 | $24,188 |
| Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor | $54,585 | |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor | $52,977 | $21,750 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor | $47,046 | $24,188 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $44,356 | $19,000 |
| Economics. | Bachelor | $43,479 | $24,989 |
Outcomes Overview
Pitt-Johnstown graduates earn a median of $66,125 ten years after graduation, putting them in solid financial territory for a regional campus. The $24,250 median debt translates to monthly payments of $257, consuming about 5% of typical graduate income. This debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.37 sits comfortably below the recommended 0.5 threshold. The school's strong ties to western Pennsylvania's healthcare, engineering, and business sectors help explain the robust 95.6% employment rate. Many graduates find work in Pittsburgh's growing tech and medical industries or stay local in Johnstown's manufacturing base. With 75.26% of borrowers successfully repaying loans, the financial outcomes reflect the practical, career-focused education Pitt-Johnstown provides. This represents a strong return on investment for students seeking affordable access to University of Pittsburgh credentials.