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69Students
31%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$61,954Earnings
Private nonprofit4-yearLiberal ArtsData: 2023-24Jewish

Student Outcomes

Graduation Rate (4-year)
37.8%
Graduation Rate (6-year)
30.8%
Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
$61,954
Student-to-Faculty Ratio
10:1
Loan Repayment Rate
50.0%

Earnings by Major

Top programs ranked by median earnings

Earnings and debt by program
Program Level Median Earnings Median Debt
Theological and Ministerial Studies. Master $94,408

Outcomes Overview

American Jewish University graduates earn a median salary of $61,954 ten years after graduation, reflecting the specialized nature of Jewish education and nonprofit leadership careers. With only 11.9% of students taking federal loans, debt burdens remain relatively light for most graduates. The 50% loan repayment rate suggests manageable debt levels among borrowers. Graduates typically enter Jewish educational institutions, synagogues, and community organizations where salaries tend to be modest but meaningful. The university's focus on training rabbis, educators, and community leaders means financial returns often take a backseat to mission-driven work. Given the low debt loads and steady if modest earnings in specialized fields, this represents an average return on investment.