Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 51.6%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 50.5%
- Retention Rate
- 78.6%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $53,145
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $27,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 10:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 46.1%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $286/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master | $96,072 | $48,157 |
| Curriculum and Instruction. | Master | $66,045 | |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master | $66,045 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $63,005 | $38,974 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $60,999 | $24,973 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Certificate | $51,482 | $30,164 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master | $48,432 | $38,500 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor | $41,937 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $40,945 | $27,000 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master | $40,140 | $50,549 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor | $33,993 | $25,500 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor | $32,925 | $28,638 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor | $32,772 | $28,875 |
| Sociology. | Bachelor | $32,029 | |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor | $31,133 |
Outcomes Overview
Alverno graduates earn a median of $53,145 ten years after graduation, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 51% based on typical debt of $27,000. Monthly loan payments of $286 consume about 6.5% of gross income, which sits near the manageable threshold financial experts recommend. The college's focus on ability-based assessment appeals strongly to employers in education, healthcare, and social services where graduates typically find work. With a 97.1% employment rate, Alverno delivers solid job placement despite modest starting salaries. While earnings lag behind many four-year institutions, the reasonable debt load and strong employment outcomes create an average return on investment for students seeking careers in service-oriented fields.