Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 56.0%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 56.0%
- Retention Rate
- 75.4%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $52,021
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $21,503
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 21:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 74.5%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $228/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Bachelor | $52,107 | $27,500 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor | $51,972 | $26,000 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $49,962 | $19,500 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Master | $49,392 | $38,238 |
| Soil Sciences. | Bachelor | $47,260 | $21,985 |
| Computer Software and Media Applications. | Bachelor | $44,170 | $22,939 |
| Economics. | Bachelor | $42,682 | |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor | $40,896 | $23,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $39,693 | $20,500 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Bachelor | $39,663 | $20,500 |
| Biological and Physical Sciences. | Bachelor | $39,009 | |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor | $38,363 | $22,500 |
| Social Sciences, General. | Bachelor | $37,568 | |
| Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other. | Bachelor | $36,488 | $22,372 |
| Forestry. | Bachelor | $35,670 | $21,393 |
Outcomes Overview
UWSP graduates enter the workforce with a median debt of $21,503 and earn $52,021 ten years out. Monthly loan payments of $228 consume about 5.2% of typical graduate income, which is manageable compared to the national average of 10-15%. The university's strong natural resources and environmental programs feed graduates into forestry, conservation, and outdoor recreation careers. Many Pointers work for the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, paper companies, or environmental consulting firms. With 97.7% of graduates employed and a debt-to-income ratio of 41%, UWSP delivers solid financial returns. The combination of affordable tuition, practical programs, and strong Wisconsin job connections makes this a strong return on investment for students targeting environmental and natural resource careers.