Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 61.3%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 61.5%
- Retention Rate
- 80.1%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $61,760
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $21,977
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 20:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 77.7%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $233/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering, General. | Master | $87,604 | $26,008 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $77,087 | $31,133 |
| Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering. | Bachelor | $71,015 | $23,250 |
| Computer Engineering. | Bachelor | $67,995 | $24,272 |
| Industrial Engineering. | Bachelor | $66,701 | $27,275 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor | $65,585 | $22,750 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor | $62,508 | $21,750 |
| Engineering Physics. | Bachelor | $61,218 | $27,000 |
| Civil Engineering. | Bachelor | $60,028 | $21,750 |
| Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor | $59,549 | $25,000 |
| Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering. | Bachelor | $58,673 | $19,500 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $47,729 | $22,000 |
| Plant Sciences. | Bachelor | $46,321 | $15,250 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Master | $45,715 | $31,763 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $44,828 | $21,459 |
Outcomes Overview
UW-Platteville graduates earn a median salary of $61,760 ten years after graduation, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 36% with typical debt loads of $21,977. Monthly loan payments of $233 represent about 4.5% of gross income for median earners. The school's engineering focus pays dividends in the job market, with graduates typically entering manufacturing, construction, and technical industries that value hands-on experience. A 98.1% employment rate reflects strong demand for Platteville's practical skill set. The 77.68% loan repayment rate indicates most graduates can manage their debt burden effectively. For students seeking technical careers without premium pricing, this represents a strong return on investment.