Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 47.0%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 42.6%
- Retention Rate
- 68.3%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $52,773
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $25,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 13:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 52.0%
- 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 | $59,969 | $31,501 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $57,137 | $24,987 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Bachelor | $47,260 | |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Bachelor | $47,260 | $27,250 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Bachelor | $46,087 | $26,000 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master | $42,185 | $37,772 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master | $40,485 | $21,718 |
| Psychology, General. | Master | $39,369 | |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor | $38,289 | |
| Health and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor | $36,141 | |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor | $33,993 | $26,000 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor | $29,685 | $25,875 |
Outcomes Overview
Avila graduates earn a median salary of $52,773 within ten years, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 47% with typical debt loads of $25,000. Monthly loan payments of $265 consume about 6% of gross income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The university's strong ties to Kansas City's healthcare and business sectors help explain the solid 96.4% employment rate. However, the relatively modest starting salaries reflect the school's focus on service-oriented careers rather than high-paying technical fields. With financial aid bringing costs down for most families, Avila delivers an average return on investment that prioritizes job security over maximum earning potential.