Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 52.2%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 52.5%
- Retention Rate
- 74.1%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $58,084
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $23,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 18:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 75.5%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $244/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturing Engineering. | Bachelor | $65,131 | $25,200 |
| Construction Management. | Bachelor | $64,281 | $20,175 |
| Applied Mathematics. | Bachelor | $64,121 | $20,520 |
| Engineering-Related Fields. | Bachelor | $63,302 | $27,000 |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications. | Bachelor | $61,064 | $22,881 |
| Engineering Technology, General. | Bachelor | $58,673 | $23,000 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor | $52,420 | $18,500 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master | $49,436 | $31,805 |
| Education, General. | Master | $48,432 | $18,087 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $46,708 | $22,500 |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services. | Master | $44,276 | $30,760 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Master | $44,021 | $29,295 |
| Graphic Communications. | Bachelor | $42,123 | $23,290 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor | $41,193 | $22,963 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Bachelor | $40,896 | $27,000 |
Outcomes Overview
Wisconsin-Stout graduates earn a median of $58,084 within ten years, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 40% with typical debt loads of $23,000. Monthly loan payments of $244 represent just 5% of median income, making repayment manageable for most graduates. The polytechnic focus on applied learning pays off in career-focused fields like manufacturing, technology, and business operations where hands-on skills command premium salaries. An impressive 97.8% employment rate reflects strong industry partnerships that connect students directly to employers. With three-quarters of borrowers successfully repaying loans and graduates entering stable technical careers, Stout delivers a strong return on investment for students seeking practical, job-ready education.