Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 31.4%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $41,769
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $12,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 17:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 31.7%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $127/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications. | Associate | $58,221 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate | $57,060 | $17,104 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Associate | $53,358 | |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Associate | $52,875 | |
| Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $48,432 | |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Associate | $47,952 | $13,702 |
| Computer Programming. | Associate | $46,087 | |
| Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies. | Associate | $46,087 | |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR). | Associate | $45,026 | |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $44,542 | $14,689 |
| Information Science/Studies. | Associate | $42,682 | |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor | $33,993 | |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies. | Associate | $33,459 | |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate | $33,281 | |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate | $33,138 | $13,775 |
Outcomes Overview
Wake Tech graduates enter the workforce with manageable debt loads, typically carrying $12,000 in student loans. Monthly payments of $127 represent just 3.7% of median earnings of $41,769 ten years out. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.29 reflects the practical nature of community college training. With an 89.6% employment rate, graduates find work in healthcare, information technology, and skilled trades that anchor the Research Triangle economy. Many transfer to four-year universities or enter technical fields where associates degrees command decent starting salaries. The college's focus on workforce development shows in graduate outcomes. This represents a strong return on investment for career-focused students.