Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 70.5%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 71.2%
- Retention Rate
- 85.7%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $60,378
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $22,500
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 19:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 79.7%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $239/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biology, General. | Master | $171,020 | |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Master | $101,308 | $37,488 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $73,949 | |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Doctoral | $69,725 | $56,065 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor | $68,592 | $21,470 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Bachelor | $58,479 | $19,500 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Bachelor | $57,318 | $25,500 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $57,159 | $20,518 |
| Management Information Systems and Services. | Bachelor | $56,776 | |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master | $54,531 | $20,272 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Master | $54,418 | $41,333 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor | $50,387 | $20,500 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master | $50,231 | $14,465 |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor | $47,846 | $23,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Master | $46,673 | $25,247 |
Outcomes Overview
UW-La Crosse graduates enter the workforce with a median debt of $22,500 and earn $43,472 in their first year after graduation. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.52 is reasonable, with monthly loan payments of $239 representing about 6.6% of gross monthly income. The 98% employment rate reflects strong demand for graduates, particularly those from the university's standout exercise and sport science programs who often enter healthcare, fitness, and athletic training careers. Ten years out, median earnings climb to $60,378, suggesting solid career progression. With relatively low debt loads and strong job placement, this represents a strong return on investment for most students.