Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 35.2%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 32.2%
- Retention Rate
- 64.0%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $41,478
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $17,750
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 15:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 32.4%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $188/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. | Bachelor | $68,499 | $28,752 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate | $54,928 | $14,125 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $46,087 | $14,499 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master | $44,356 | |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate | $42,682 | |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Associate | $33,281 | |
| Fishing and Fisheries Sciences and Management. | Bachelor | $30,771 | |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor | $30,771 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $26,353 |
Outcomes Overview
Graduates earn $41,478 ten years after graduation, which puts them in a decent position to handle their $17,750 median debt load. The monthly loan payment of $188 represents about 5.4% of typical graduate income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The 32% loan repayment rate suggests many graduates struggle initially, but the 95.5% employment rate shows most find work quickly. Rio Grande graduates often enter education, business, and healthcare fields common in rural Ohio. While the earnings aren't spectacular compared to larger universities, the relatively low debt burden makes this a reasonable financial choice for students seeking practical career preparation without crushing loans. This represents an average return on investment.