Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 54.5%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 55.5%
- Retention Rate
- 76.7%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $54,897
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $26,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 10:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 71.2%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $276/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public Administration. | Master | $66,171 | $19,140 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Master | $66,020 | |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor | $60,523 | $27,000 |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services. | Master | $59,350 | $24,864 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Doctoral | $58,673 | |
| Ceramic Sciences and Engineering. | Bachelor | $55,964 | $26,394 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master | $50,677 | |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Master | $43,798 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $33,993 | $32,196 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor | $29,685 | |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor | $29,685 | $22,625 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Bachelor | $29,685 | |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor | $28,960 | $27,000 |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor | $26,896 | |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Master | $26,121 |
Outcomes Overview
Alfred graduates earn a median of $54,897 ten years after graduation, putting them in solid middle-class territory. The typical graduate carries $26,000 in debt with monthly payments of $276, which represents about 6% of gross income. This debt-to-income ratio sits below the national average of 10-15% for college graduates. The school's strong ceramics and glass science programs funnel graduates into specialized industries like advanced materials, aerospace, and luxury glassware manufacturing. These niche fields often pay premiums for technical expertise. With a 94% employment rate and reasonable debt loads relative to earning power, Alfred delivers an average return on investment that improves for students in its signature programs.