Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 32.1%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 32.1%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $37,988
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $11,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 14:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 39.7%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $117/mo
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 | $52,107 | $14,950 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $39,369 | $16,895 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate | $28,960 | $9,767 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Certificate | $27,822 | $11,025 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Associate | $22,824 |
Outcomes Overview
Washington State Community College graduates enter the workforce with manageable debt loads. The median debt of $11,000 creates monthly payments of just $117, representing only 3.7% of typical graduate earnings of $37,988. This debt-to-income ratio of 0.29 sits well below the federal guideline of 0.43 for manageable student loans. The college's career-focused programs in healthcare, skilled trades, and business administration align with southeastern Ohio's manufacturing and healthcare job markets. With a 95.2% employment rate, graduates find work quickly in their chosen fields. The combination of low debt, reasonable earnings, and strong job placement rates creates a strong return on investment for students seeking practical career training.