Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 53.9%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 59.4%
- Retention Rate
- 74.2%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $63,855
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $25,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 12:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 65.1%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $265/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Doctoral | $86,867 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $67,473 | $39,979 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $57,168 | $22,551 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $56,415 | $31,031 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master | $54,928 | $26,500 |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Bachelor | $47,595 | |
| Curriculum and Instruction. | Master | $46,999 | |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Master | $45,696 | |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master | $44,691 | $20,618 |
| Education, General. | Master | $44,235 | $17,057 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate | $41,937 | $19,932 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor | $37,424 | |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor | $35,060 | |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor | $31,133 | $25,562 |
| Health and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor | $30,228 |
Outcomes Overview
Baker graduates earn a median of $63,855 ten years after graduation, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 39% with typical debt of $25,000. Monthly loan payments of $265 represent about 5% of median income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The 98.7% employment rate reflects strong job placement, particularly for education and nursing majors who dominate Baker's programs. Many graduates enter teaching, healthcare, and social services fields that value the school's Methodist liberal arts foundation. While starting salaries may be modest in these service-oriented careers, the reasonable debt load and high employment rate create a solid financial foundation. Baker offers a strong return on investment for students pursuing stable, mission-driven careers.