Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 76.5%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 74.1%
- Retention Rate
- 64.0%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $17,686
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 18:1
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Theological and Ministerial Studies. | Certificate | $12,575 |
Outcomes Overview
Associated Beth Rivkah graduates earn a median of $17,686 ten years after graduation, which translates to roughly $1,474 monthly before taxes. With 65.58% of students receiving Pell Grants, most come from low-income families where this represents meaningful economic mobility within Orthodox Jewish communities. The school operates as a seminary preparing women for roles as teachers, community leaders, and homemakers in Hasidic communities. Students graduate with minimal debt since the federal loan rate is 0.00%. Monthly loan payments would consume less than 10% of typical graduate income, well below problematic thresholds. While earnings appear low by secular standards, graduates enter a community economy with different financial expectations and family support structures. This represents a strong return on investment for its specific mission.