Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 60.4%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 60.6%
- Retention Rate
- 72.2%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $52,928
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $25,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 15:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 67.6%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $265/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $73,035 | $29,090 |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies. | Doctoral | $61,516 | |
| History. | Master | $58,221 | |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master | $56,776 | $22,323 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $56,513 | $25,000 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor | $51,607 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $51,482 | $23,250 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Master | $51,482 | $18,512 |
| Curriculum and Instruction. | Master | $45,735 | $18,514 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master | $44,635 | $18,400 |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies. | Master | $40,485 | $53,598 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor | $40,281 | $23,750 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master | $38,597 | $43,620 |
| Health and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor | $38,289 | |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor | $37,568 | $27,000 |
Outcomes Overview
Ashland graduates earn a median salary of $52,928 ten years after graduation, creating a debt-to-income ratio of 47% based on the typical $25,000 in student loans. Monthly loan payments of $265 consume about 6% of gross income, which sits below the recommended 10% threshold. The university's strong ties to education and business sectors help explain the 89.4% employment rate. Graduates often enter teaching, healthcare administration, and regional business roles that offer stable middle-class incomes. With 67.63% of borrowers successfully repaying loans and earnings that support manageable debt service, Ashland delivers an average return on investment for students seeking practical career preparation.