Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 54.9%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 49.4%
- Retention Rate
- 69.7%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $48,899
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $27,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 10:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 63.8%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $286/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $65,238 | $31,107 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $56,035 | $27,000 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor | $38,829 | $27,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor | $38,529 | $26,851 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor | $38,289 | $29,524 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $38,289 | $27,000 |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies. | Master | $32,382 | |
| Social Work. | Bachelor | $31,133 | $27,000 |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Bachelor | $29,685 | |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor | $28,055 | $27,094 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor | $26,585 | $27,000 |
| Health and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor | $25,774 | $24,751 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor | $23,649 |
Outcomes Overview
Anderson graduates earn a median of $48,899 ten years after graduation, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 55% based on the typical $27,000 student loan burden. Monthly loan payments of $286 consume about 7% of graduates' income, which sits slightly above the recommended 5% threshold. The university's Church of God affiliation traditionally steers graduates toward ministry, education, and social services careers. With 96.7% of graduates finding employment, job placement rates are strong. However, the combination of moderate earnings and above-average debt payments relative to income creates financial pressure for many alumni. This represents an average return on investment for students prioritizing faith-based education over maximum earning potential.