Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 71.3%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 69.5%
- Retention Rate
- 80.0%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $61,296
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $24,500
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 11:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 73.0%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $260/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master | $50,439 | |
| Economics. | Bachelor | $44,384 | |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Bachelor | $38,289 | $25,000 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor | $32,925 | $24,277 |
| International Relations and National Security Studies. | Bachelor | $29,685 | |
| History. | Bachelor | $25,967 | $25,331 |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor | $25,194 | |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Bachelor | $24,035 | $25,142 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor | $24,035 | $20,947 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor | $23,351 | |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor | $15,922 |
Outcomes Overview
Austin College graduates carry a median debt of $24,500, which creates a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of just 40% against their $61,296 median income after ten years. Monthly loan payments of $260 consume only 5% of typical graduate earnings. The college's strong pre-professional programs funnel graduates into lucrative fields like medicine, law, and business, where Austin College's tight alumni network opens doors. A 91.9% employment rate demonstrates the value employers place on the rigorous liberal arts education. While the $61,245 total cost seems steep, generous institutional grants averaging $33,033 help offset expenses. The combination of reasonable debt loads and solid earning potential creates a strong return on investment for motivated students.