Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
Earnings, Debt & Completion
What happens to students who enroll at University of Minnesota-Rochester, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
Typical debt at graduation equals about 28% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 80th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (MN wage index 1.10). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
Earnings by Major at University of Minnesota-Rochester
Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
| Major | 1 yr after | 4 yrs after | vs. national | Rank (pay) | Rank (wage-adj.) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | $53,988 | $74,079 | +21% | #25 of 156 | #25 | $19,056 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
The University of Minnesota-Rochester Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $298,095
- Avg rent near campus: $1,693/mo — vs ~$877/mo campus room rate
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 55904 (4.4% cap, Rochester)
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Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $13,256 | $13,256 |
| Room | $7,890 | |
| Board | $5,100 | |
| Total Cost (On-Campus) | $30,700 | $30,700 |
Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 - $30,000 | $3,010 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $4,452 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $3,168 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $16,790 |
| $110,001+ | $24,800 |
Programs & Career Paths
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Student Demographics
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Frequently Asked Questions
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- Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
- Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
- Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
- Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology