Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 27.7%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 28.7%
- Retention Rate
- 63.9%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $40,628
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $31,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 19:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 25.3%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $329/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering. | Bachelor | $61,303 | $32,500 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Master | $55,036 | |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor | $52,107 | $30,100 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor | $52,107 | $27,100 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master | $50,231 | |
| City/Urban, Community and Regional Planning. | Master | $47,260 | |
| Civil Engineering. | Bachelor | $47,260 | |
| Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor | $44,971 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $43,798 | $43,588 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master | $43,240 | $48,932 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $39,153 | $30,000 |
| Social Work. | Master | $37,819 | $41,000 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor | $37,568 | |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor | $37,208 | |
| Biology, General. | Master | $35,594 | $44,791 |
Outcomes Overview
Alabama A&M graduates earn a median of $40,628 ten years after graduation, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 76% based on the typical $31,000 in student loans. Monthly loan payments of $329 consume about 10% of graduates' income, which is manageable but higher than ideal. The university's strong engineering and agriculture programs traditionally feed into government agencies, defense contractors, and agricultural companies throughout the Southeast. With 95.3% of graduates finding employment, job placement rates are excellent. However, the combination of moderate earnings and substantial debt loads creates an average return on investment that improves for students who leverage the school's STEM programs and alumni network.