Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 22.9%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 31.3%
- Retention Rate
- 71.9%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $35,833
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $25,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 8:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 32.5%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $265/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $73,164 | $36,407 |
| Management Information Systems and Services. | Master | $69,338 | |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Master | $66,029 | $47,163 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $61,144 | $48,195 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Master | $59,124 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate | $57,718 | $24,905 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master | $56,641 | |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor | $54,644 | $34,750 |
| Computer Software and Media Applications. | Bachelor | $54,035 | $40,744 |
| Computer Programming. | Bachelor | $52,941 | |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Bachelor | $52,941 | |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Master | $52,107 | |
| Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other. | Associate | $51,273 | |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Bachelor | $50,856 | $31,153 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Master | $49,436 |
Outcomes Overview
Baker College graduates earn a median of $35,833 after six years, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 70% with typical debt loads of $25,000. Monthly loan payments of $265 consume about 9% of gross income, which sits above the recommended 8% threshold. The 95.4% employment rate reflects strong job placement in healthcare, business technology, and skilled trades where Baker has built regional employer relationships. However, only 32.48% of borrowers successfully repay loans on schedule. The college's career-focused training does translate to immediate employment, but earnings remain modest compared to debt levels. This represents an average return on investment for students seeking practical skills over higher lifetime earnings potential.