Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 72.8%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 73.3%
- Retention Rate
- 85.1%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $61,408
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $21,500
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 9:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 79.2%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $228/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy Systems Technologies/Technicians. | Master | $124,271 | |
| Petroleum Engineering. | Bachelor | $80,022 | $26,950 |
| Energy Systems Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor | $69,338 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $69,338 | |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor | $67,812 | $16,764 |
| Chemical Engineering. | Bachelor | $67,660 | |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor | $66,171 | $21,500 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master | $64,493 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $61,020 | $27,000 |
| Law. | Doctoral | $57,318 | $90,365 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master | $57,273 | |
| Legal Research and Advanced Professional Studies. | Master | $55,512 | $50,960 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Master | $49,019 | |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor | $44,971 | $20,250 |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Doctoral | $44,971 |
Outcomes Overview
Tulsa graduates earn a median of $61,408 ten years after graduation, while carrying typical debt of $21,500. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 35% sits well below the concerning 40% threshold that financial experts warn against. Monthly loan payments of $228 consume just 4.5% of median earnings, leaving graduates with substantial breathing room. The university's strong engineering and business programs funnel graduates into lucrative petroleum, aerospace, and finance careers that capitalize on Tulsa's energy industry connections. With 95.9% of graduates finding employment and a loan repayment rate of 79%, the financial outcomes reflect solid career preparation. Despite the high sticker price, Tulsa delivers a strong return on investment.