Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 60.7%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 60.9%
- Retention Rate
- 77.5%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $58,532
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $21,500
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 15:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 75.4%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $228/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. | Doctoral | $116,083 | $44,750 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master | $105,678 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $65,101 | $21,787 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Bachelor | $64,791 | |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor | $63,335 | $19,874 |
| Materials Engineering | Bachelor | $63,217 | $22,000 |
| Management Information Systems and Services. | Bachelor | $58,673 | $24,200 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor | $51,392 | $20,410 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $49,136 | $19,751 |
| Education, General. | Master | $47,930 | |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services. | Master | $44,595 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $43,928 | $21,417 |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences. | Bachelor | $43,426 | $26,500 |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Bachelor | $43,207 | $20,500 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor | $42,402 | $24,269 |
Outcomes Overview
Graduates earn a median of $58,532 ten years after leaving, putting their debt-to-income ratio at a reasonable 37%. Monthly loan payments of $228 consume about 4.7% of typical graduate income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The 98.6% employment rate reflects strong demand for Winona State alumni in Minnesota's education and business sectors. Many graduates find work as teachers, business managers, and healthcare administrators across the Upper Midwest. The university's emphasis on hands-on learning and internships helps students land jobs quickly after graduation. With relatively low debt loads and solid earning potential in stable career fields, Winona State delivers a strong return on investment for most students.