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Graduating Student Spotlight
The University of Toledo unlocks the potential of our students, supporting their success through innovative academic programs, caring faculty and engaging experiential learning opportunities. A public research university and academic medical center, UToledo is committed to empowering students to achieve their educational goals.
Giselle
With a Love of Beauty Products, Senior Found the Perfect Program: Cosmetic Science and Formulation Design
Jeremiah
Overcoming Health and Personal Struggles, Senior Sets Example for Others
Tearica
Turning Passion Into Purpose Through Science and Resilience
Riley
Following an Internship with the Secret Service, Senior Looks to Future in Law Enforcement
Mireya
Senior Moved Cross-Country for UToledo’s Cosmetic Science and Formulation Design Program
Lia
International Studies and Dual Degrees: Senior Makes the Most of Her Time as Rocket
Dylan
Finance and Information Systems Senior Finds Success Upon Graduation
Natalie
Path to Success: UToledo Helps Honors Student Pursue Passion for Writing
Glenn
From Law Enforcement to Lab Bench — A Journey Fueled by Purpose
Uhunoma
Returning Rocket: Nursing Alumna Motivated by Others With Terminal Degrees to Pursue D.N.P.
Taylor
Biology Honors Student Discovered a New Career Path: Research
Sachin
Exceptional Research Opportunities, Personal Growth Drew Nepalis Student to UToledo for Ph.D.
Degrees Awarded
As one of the most comprehensive universities in the country, the breadth and depth of programs at UToledo provide options for students at the undergraduate level and in our graduate programs. Nearly one-third of our students graduate with an advanced degree.
| Associate's Degrees | Bachelor's Degrees | Master's Degrees | Doctoral Degrees | |
| 2020 | 78 | 2,951 | 951 | 543 |
| 2021 | 91 | 3,043 | 972 | 518 |
| 2022 | 87 | 2,802 | 889 | 508 |
| 2023 | 99 | 2,688 | 769 | 516 |
| 2024 | 102 | 2,374 | 754 | 559 |
| 2025 | 111 | 2,192 | 633 | 513 |
For additional details visit the Office of Institutional Research Degrees and Academic Programs dashboard.
Student Enrollment
UToledo powers opportunity for more than 14,000 students in more than 270 academic programs.
| Headcount | Full Time Equivalent | |
| 2020 | 18,450 | 15,267 |
| 2021 | 17,070 | 14,701 |
| 2022 | 15,603 | 13,457 |
| 2023 | 15,013 | 12,937 |
| 2024 | 14,440 | 12,301 |
| 2025 | 14,290 | 11,992 |
For additional details visit the Office of Institutional Research Student Data dashboard.
Undergraduate Six-Year Graduation Rate
Increasing the University’s overall undergraduate six-year graduation rate, calculated based on U.S. Department of Education formulas, is a strategic priority. UToledo celebrated the highest six-year graduation rate on record in 2025 and achieved the goal set forth in its Strategic Plan ahead of schedule.
| Six-Year Graduation Rate | |
| 2014 | 53.3% |
| 2015 | 56.3% |
| 2016 | 56.5% |
| 2017 | 57.7% |
| 2018 | 57.9% |
| 2019 | 58.4% |
For additional details visit the Office of Institutional Research Student Success Metrics dashboard.
Graduate Six-Year Graduation Rate
| Master's | Doctoral-Professional | Doctoral-Research | |
| 2015 | 92.1% | 90.2% | 69.4% |
| 2016 | 88.6% | 91.8% | 56.6% |
| 2017 | 89.3% | 93.4% | 67.5% |
| 2018 | 92.3% | 93.8% | 66.3% |
| 2019 | 92.6% | 92.5% | 66.3% |
Undergraduate First-Year Retention Rate
The University’s first-to-second year retention rate for undergraduate students, calculated based on U.S. Department of Education formulas, continues to climb.
| Entering Year Cohort | First-Year Retention Rate |
| 2014 | 71.8% |
| 2015 | 74.1% |
| 2016 | 74.5% |
| 2017 | 75.9% |
| 2018 | 76.4% |
| 2019 | 78.5% |
| 2020 | 74.6% |
| 2021 | 75.3% |
| 2022 | 75.9% |
| 2023 | 77.3% |
| 2024 | 80.4% |
For additional details visit the Office of Institutional Research Student Success Metrics dashboard.
Graduate-Student First-Year Retention Rate
UToledo graduate students are engaged in scholarship, creative activities and teaching as part of their professional preparation.
| Master's | Doctoral-Professional | Doctoral-Research | |
| 2019 | 94.2% | 96.9% | 96.5% |
| 2020 | 90.6% | 94.2% | 98.4% |
| 2021 | 92.2% | 95.5% | 87.0% |
| 2022 | 93.6% | 97.0% | 87.5% |
| 2023 | 94.9% | 94.4% | 89.4% |
| 2024 | 95.0% | 95.8% | 86.0% |
For additional details visit the Office of Institutional Research Research Retention, Persistence and Graduation dashboard.
Employment Status
There are more than 175,000 living alumni across the world achieving their personal and professional goals with their UToledo degree. The University administers the First-Destination Survey to graduating students to collect data pertaining to their immediate career or continuing education plans. The survey content, timeline and procedures align with guidelines published by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE).
Career Outcomes for Spring 2025 Graduates
Of the 2,042 students who graduated in Spring 2025, 553 completed the survey. A large proportion of respondents, 42.5%, were already employed full-time upon graduation and 84% reported they were employed in an area related to their major or field of study.
Career Outcomes
| Employed full time (on average 30 hours or more per week) | 42.50% |
| Seeking employment | 24.95% |
| Accepted/enrolled in a program of continuing education, undergrad or professional school | 15.73% |
| Employed part time (on average less than 30 hours per week) | 5.79% |
| Planning to continue education but not yet accepted | 4.88% |
| Accepted/enrolled in a program of continuing education, graduate or profession school | 1.81% |
| Planning in an internship or fellowship program | 1.81% |
| Not seeking employment or continuing education at this time | 1.63% |
| Serving in the U.S. military | 0.72% |
| Participating in a volunteer or service program (e.g. Peace Corps, Americorps) | 0.18% |
Employment Earnings After Graduation
The median salary of a recent UToledo graduate one year after receiving a bachelor’s degree is $49,296, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, which is above the state average of $45,060.
View the interactive chart below of the Percentile Earning by All Ohio Public Institutions.
Access the U.S. Census Bureau Post-Secondary Employment Outcomes Explorer tool for additional interactive dashboards with employment outcome statistics for graduates of higher education institutions, including UToledo and all public colleges and universities in Ohio.
US Census Bureau Post-Secondary Employment Outcomes Explorer
Percentile Earnings by All Ohio Public Institutions
The University of Toledo is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
The University of Toledo is a regional force powering opportunities to learn, care, work and play. As a transformative public research university and academic medical center located in Toledo, Ohio, UToledo has been raising the well-being of students, patients, employees and the greater Toledo community for more than 150 years. At UToledo, we’re shaping the next generation of doers. Those who dare to do what others only dream.