Student Outcomes
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $49,364
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $13,817
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 9:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 60.0%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $146/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services. | Master | $57,318 | |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master | $36,668 | $101,182 |
| Alternative and Complementary Medicine and Medical Systems. | Doctoral | $33,850 | $300,530 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services. | Bachelor | $33,138 | |
| Nutrition Sciences. | Bachelor | $29,685 | $20,000 |
| Alternative and Complementary Medicine and Medical Systems. | Master | $29,685 | $156,482 |
| Energy and Biologically Based Therapies. | Bachelor | $29,685 | $25,695 |
| Nutrition Sciences. | Master | $21,740 | $92,690 |
Outcomes Overview
Bastyr graduates face a mixed financial picture after completing their natural health programs. The median debt of $13,817 creates manageable monthly payments of $146, representing just 3.5% of the typical graduate's $49,364 median income after 10 years. This debt-to-income ratio of 0.28 sits well below the concerning 1.0 threshold that signals financial stress. However, the 60% loan repayment rate suggests some graduates struggle initially, likely reflecting the time needed to build naturopathic practices or establish themselves in integrative health careers. Most graduates enter naturopathic medicine, acupuncture, or nutrition counseling fields where income builds gradually. Despite the specialized career paths requiring patience, Bastyr offers a strong return on investment for committed natural health professionals.