Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 57.7%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 57.9%
- Retention Rate
- 72.3%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $55,548
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $21,500
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 21:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 70.8%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $228/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $80,292 | $41,000 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master | $75,518 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $59,556 | $23,118 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Bachelor | $55,061 | |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $54,904 | $18,645 |
| Curriculum and Instruction. | Master | $54,531 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $53,984 | $22,500 |
| Economics. | Bachelor | $50,231 | $24,114 |
| Social Work. | Master | $50,105 | $19,712 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor | $49,158 | $22,250 |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Bachelor | $47,595 | $17,794 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor | $46,087 | $19,500 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Bachelor | $44,356 | $24,296 |
| General Sales, Merchandising and Related Marketing Operations. | Bachelor | $41,342 | $21,500 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Bachelor | $41,069 | $25,500 |
Outcomes Overview
UW-Oshkosh graduates earn a median salary of $55,548 ten years after graduation, which creates a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 39% with typical debt loads of $21,500. Monthly loan payments of $228 consume about 5% of graduates' income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The 98% employment rate reflects the practical, career-focused education that Wisconsin employers value. Many graduates enter education, business, healthcare, and public service roles throughout Wisconsin, where 91% of students come from in-state. The combination of affordable tuition, reasonable debt levels, and strong job placement in a stable regional economy makes this a strong return on investment for students seeking practical degrees without excessive financial risk.