Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 69.4%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 67.2%
- Retention Rate
- 86.2%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $53,260
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $25,738
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 11:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 78.2%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $273/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chemistry. | Bachelor | $40,821 | $21,968 |
| Business/Managerial Economics. | Bachelor | $38,289 | $27,000 |
| Cell/Cellular Biology and Anatomical Sciences. | Bachelor | $37,208 | |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor | $32,382 | |
| Education, General. | Bachelor | $30,926 | $24,456 |
| English Language and Literature/Letters, Other. | Bachelor | $29,685 | |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor | $28,133 | $26,466 |
| International Relations and National Security Studies. | Bachelor | $26,933 | |
| History. | Bachelor | $26,353 | |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor | $25,658 | $26,425 |
| Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies. | Bachelor | $25,194 | |
| Philosophy. | Bachelor | $24,035 | |
| Sociology. | Bachelor | $24,035 | $27,000 |
| Science, Technology and Society. | Bachelor | $21,508 | $25,000 |
| Anthropology. | Bachelor | $20,482 | $24,472 |
Outcomes Overview
Beloit graduates earn a median salary of $53,260 ten years after graduation, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.48. Monthly loan payments of $273 consume about 6% of typical graduate income. The college's strong anthropology program and liberal arts focus traditionally feed graduates into academia, nonprofit work, and public service careers that often prioritize mission over salary. With 78% of borrowers successfully repaying loans and 92% employment rates, financial outcomes remain stable despite modest earnings. The $25,738 median debt load stays manageable compared to the $70,428 sticker price. Given the reasonable debt burden and solid employment prospects, Beloit offers an average return on investment.