Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 66.5%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 65.1%
- Retention Rate
- 80.4%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $53,175
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $24,599
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 15:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 77.1%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $261/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 | $55,383 | $21,489 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $51,273 | $21,500 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor | $46,087 | $26,919 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $42,682 | $27,000 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor | $42,682 | $25,701 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor | $36,272 | $22,869 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor | $32,213 | $24,750 |
| Criminology. | Bachelor | $28,212 | |
| Journalism. | Bachelor | $25,774 |
Outcomes Overview
Benedictine graduates earn a median of $53,175 ten years after graduation, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 46% with typical debt loads of $24,599. Monthly loan payments of $261 represent about 6% of median income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The 97% employment rate reflects strong career preparation, with graduates often entering education, business, and healthcare fields where Catholic liberal arts training proves valuable. The 77% loan repayment rate indicates most alumni successfully manage their financial obligations. While earnings lag behind some regional universities, the combination of reasonable debt levels, high employment rates, and strong alumni networks in traditional career paths creates an average return on investment.