Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 36.0%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $37,085
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 18:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 48.4%
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate | $46,790 | |
| Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $41,937 | |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate | $39,369 | |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Certificate | $38,649 | |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Certificate | $37,208 | |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $36,134 | |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Associate | $29,461 | |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Certificate | $29,250 | |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Associate | $28,960 | |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Certificate | $25,194 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate | $23,869 | |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate | $21,019 |
Outcomes Overview
Walters State graduates earn a median of $37,085 ten years after completing their programs. With an average net price of $4,153 and zero federal loan borrowing, most students graduate debt-free. The 95.2% employment rate reflects strong job placement in East Tennessee's manufacturing and healthcare sectors. Monthly loan payments for the few who do borrow would consume less than 5% of typical graduate income. Many students use Walters State as an affordable stepping stone to four-year universities or enter skilled trades like nursing, automotive technology, and advanced manufacturing. The combination of minimal debt, solid employment outcomes, and low costs creates a strong return on investment for career-focused students.