Weber State University combines above average earnings outcomes with exceptional affordability. As a Selective Achievers institution, the university produces strong post-graduation results while maintaining debt levels $4,387 below peer institutions, creating favorable conditions for career advancement and financial stability.
The combination of controlled educational costs and above average earnings outcomes
With well above average performance, driven by low median debt of $15,113 and net prices $3,448 below peer institutions
Above average enrollment of students from diverse backgrounds, including 37.4% first-generation and 41.1% transfer students
With above average results, supported by strong low-income graduate earnings in the top 25% nationally
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Full AnalysisWeber State University delivers above average earnings performance relative to student backgrounds and program mix. Graduates earn a median of $56,287 ten years after enrollment, ranking at the 66.0th percentile nationally.
Earnings span from $33,236 at the 25th percentile to $82,915 at the 75th percentile, indicating diverse career pathways across disciplines. The institution generates $2,587 in earnings beyond expectations, placing it at the 66.0th percentile for earnings uplift relative to predicted outcomes.
Students seeking above average outcomes at a large public institution with strong affordability. Well-suited for first-generation students (37.4%) and transfer students (41.1%).
Weber State University's Selective Achievers designation indicates strong post-graduation outcomes with focused enrollment of students seeking career advancement in health professions, computer science, and business fields.
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Above average outcomes with strong affordability
Weber State University ranks #343 nationally in Azimuth's analysis, with composite performance at the 82.9th percentile, placing it well above average. Located in Ogden, Utah, this large public university demonstrates strong affordability performance at the 83.3rd percentile while maintaining above average access at the 63.0th percentile.
Weber State enrolls 16.4% Pell-eligible students and 37.4% first-generation students, with a substantial 41.1% transfer student population. Return performance ranks at the 75.4th percentile, driven by controlled debt levels and steady earnings growth.
The institution's mobility index reaches the 56.9th percentile, placing it above average for converting educational access into economic advancement. As a Selective Achievers institution, Weber State University combines focused student demographics with strong post-graduation outcomes, particularly benefiting students seeking practical career preparation in professional fields.
Based on federal data for students receiving aid. Actual costs may vary.
Weber State University graduates demonstrate consistent earnings progression over time. Median earnings grow from $47,061 six years after enrollment to $51,525 at eight years and $56,287 at ten years, representing 19.6% growth from the six-year mark to the ten-year mark.
These outcomes reflect a substantial ten-year cohort of 6,442 graduates, providing high confidence in reported earnings figures. The institution generates $2,587 in earnings beyond expectations compared to similar students nationally, ranking at the 66.0th percentile for this value-added measure.
Low-income graduates achieve particularly strong outcomes, earning $48,800 and ranking in the top 25% nationally, indicating effective support for students from lower-income backgrounds. Earnings distribution ranges from $33,236 to $82,915 between the 25th and 75th percentiles, creating a 2.5:1 ratio that reflects varied program outcomes and career trajectories.
Graduate school continuation estimates suggest moderate rates of advanced study, with most graduates entering the workforce directly after completing their bachelor's degrees.
Computer and Information Sciences, General.
10 graduates
Construction Management.
12 graduates
Management Information Systems and Services.
35 graduates
Computer Science.
115 graduates
Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering.
18 graduates
Weber State University's program portfolio emphasizes practical career preparation with strong earning potential. Based on loan trajectory data, Health Professions represents the largest category with multiple specializations showing consistent earning patterns.
Graduates in health-related fields demonstrate early career earnings ranging from $39,832 to $58,426 two years post-graduation, with four-year earnings reaching $58,965 to $68,640. Computer and Information Sciences programs produce the highest-earning graduates, with two-year earnings of $69,338 advancing to $89,974 by year four.
Business programs maintain strong market relevance, generating initial earnings of $47,260-$51,722 that grow to $66,810-$69,521 over four years. Security and Protective Services programs offer solid career pathways with earnings progression from $39,801 to $52,978.
All tracked programs demonstrate debt serviceability with the $15,113 median institutional debt level, indicating strong program-level value propositions across the university's career-focused offerings.
