Outcomes-based program rankings.
Program outcomes at East Central University vary significantly by field of study, with nursing and technology programs leading earnings while liberal arts and social sciences programs offer different value propositions. The rankings below evaluate programs based on graduate earnings, debt levels, and return on investment—not prestige or reputation.
Use this page to compare how different majors perform in the labor market after graduation.
Analyzing 18 programs with available earnings data.
These highlights surface programs that stand out across earnings, national ranking, and enrollment size at East Central University.
#217 nationally
$42K median earnings
This bar shows the range of median earnings across all majors at this school.
The tables below compare programs in each category by earnings, rank, debt, and cohort size.
These sections represent the complete set of ranked undergraduate programs at East Central University.
Artificial Intelligence. leads engineering & technology with 57K in median earnings.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Artificial Intelligence. | #172 | $57,318 | — | 34 |
Program rankings reflect post-graduation labor market outcomes rather than institutional prestige or academic reputation. Different programs at the same institution produce varying earnings because career fields offer different compensation structures, require different levels of additional training, and serve different economic sectors. Data comes from federal College Scorecard records that track graduates across all employment sectors, providing representative outcome measures based on actual graduate experiences. Rankings compare programs nationally within their specific fields, not across different academic disciplines. Cohort sizes indicate the number of graduates included in earnings calculations, with larger cohorts providing higher confidence in reported outcomes. Programs with fewer than 10 graduates are excluded from federal reporting requirements.
Median earnings 10 years post-enrollment
Debt burden relative to earnings
Institutional contribution to outcomes
recent graduates
Business programs represent East Central University's largest enrollment area, with Business Administration graduating 61 students annually at $43,967 median earnings and Accounting Technology producing 32 graduates earning $46,419. These programs rank moderately nationally (#302 and #253 respectively) but provide solid career preparation for regional business markets.
Students in business fields can expect good loan affordability ratings and practical career preparation that serves Oklahoma's business community effectively.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping. | #256 | $46,419★ | — | 32 |
| Business Administration and Management, General. | #305 | $43,967 | — | 61 |
Health programs at East Central University deliver the strongest earnings outcomes, with Adult Health Nurse/Nursing leading at $68,727 median earnings and ranking #214 nationally, #3 in Oklahoma. This flagship program graduates 70 students annually and demonstrates excellent value through healthcare career pathways.
Students pursuing health professions can expect strong return on investment and favorable loan affordability ratings, with excellent debt capacity for nursing graduates who benefit from immediate employment opportunities in high-demand fields.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult Health Nurse/Nursing. | #217 | $68,727 | — | 70 |
Sciences programs demonstrate strong performance relative to their national peer groups, with Biology ranking #161 nationally and #1 in Oklahoma, graduating 47 students with $50,073 median earnings and achieving the program's highest value score of 56.5. The emerging Artificial Intelligence program shows promising outcomes with $57,318 earnings among 34 graduates, ranking #164 nationally.
These STEM programs provide good loan affordability and represent growth areas for technology-focused career preparation.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Algebra and Number Theory.Small sample | #206 | $50,387★ | — | 10 |
| Biology, General. | #160 | $50,073 | — | 47 |
Social sciences programs serve students interested in human services and psychology careers, with Human Services achieving exceptional national ranking at #9 and #1 in Oklahoma despite moderate earnings of $42,443. Psychology graduates earn $32,764 among 33 annual graduates.
These programs experience challenging loan affordability for psychology majors but excellent ratings for human services, reflecting different career trajectory requirements and income patterns.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forensic Social Work.Small sample | #168 | $42,697★ | — | 11 |
| Human Services, General. | #10 | $42,443 | — | 36 |
| Psychology, General. | #345 | $32,764 | — | 33 |
Communications programs serve students interested in media and communication careers, with Communication and Media Studies graduating 22 students earning $24,638—the lowest among tracked programs. This program ranks #256 nationally but offers career pathways in creative industries that may require additional experience or graduate education for earnings growth.
Students should carefully consider debt capacity given lower initial earnings potential.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Communication and Media Studies, Other. | #276 | $24,638 | — | 22 |
Liberal arts programs focus on broad educational foundations, with General Studies graduating 27 students earning $42,682 and ranking #118 nationally with a strong value score of 35.4. These programs serve students seeking flexible degree pathways and career exploration opportunities.
While earnings are moderate, the programs provide manageable debt levels and prepare students for diverse career applications or graduate school continuation.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Studies. | #128 | $42,682★ | — | 27 |
| English Language and Literature, General.Small sample | #296 | $31,799 | — | 13 |
| American History (United States).Small sample | #285 | $31,159 | — | 17 |
| Art History, Criticism and Conservation.Small sample | — | $23,113 | — | 8 |
Education programs prepare teachers and adult education specialists, with Adult and Continuing Education graduating 33 students annually earning $39,626 and ranking #170 nationally. These programs serve Oklahoma's educational workforce needs and provide manageable loan affordability despite moderate earnings.
Students should expect career satisfaction and public service opportunities alongside manageable debt levels that align with education sector compensation.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult and Continuing Education and Teaching. | #179 | $39,626 | — | 33 |
Corrections Administration. leads criminal justice with 42K in median earnings.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corrections Administration.Small sample | #170 | $41,685 | — | 18 |
Interdisciplinary programs include Exercise Science and Kinesiology, which graduates 48 students annually with $37,960 earnings and ranks #172 nationally, #4 in Oklahoma. This program demonstrates solid value with manageable loan affordability for students interested in fitness, sports management, or health promotion careers.
The program provides practical preparation for regional wellness industry opportunities.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exercise Science and Kinesiology. | #174 | $37,960★ | — | 48 |
| Court Interpreter.Small sample | — | $26,353 | — | 6 |
Resources, cohort size, and graduation rates
Trajectory from early to mid-career
Why rankings may differ by program: A university's nursing program and business program can have entirely different outcome profiles. Our methodology surfaces these differences so you can evaluate programs — not just institutions.
