Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 52.4%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 51.0%
- Retention Rate
- 69.2%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $63,446
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $22,500
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 13:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 56.9%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $239/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. | Master | $85,538 | $34,110 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $71,661 | $54,667 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $69,710 | $12,500 |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Master | $63,328 | $55,614 |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Bachelor | $63,005 | $29,048 |
| Public Health. | Master | $59,824 | $67,599 |
| Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other. | Bachelor | $57,318 | $18,750 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $46,790 | $20,500 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor | $46,087 | $24,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $45,852 | $23,000 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor | $38,289 | $20,201 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor | $36,560 | $23,033 |
| Social Sciences, Other. | Bachelor | $35,420 | $27,470 |
| Foods, Nutrition, and Related Services. | Bachelor | $29,685 | $23,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor | $29,685 | $26,000 |
Outcomes Overview
Benedictine graduates earn a median $63,446 ten years after graduation, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 35%. Monthly loan payments of $239 consume about 4.5% of typical graduate income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The 94.4% employment rate reflects strong job placement in Chicago's diverse economy. Many graduates enter healthcare, education, and business roles where Catholic university networks provide advantages. The university's career services leverage relationships with suburban Chicago employers. While the 51% six-year graduation rate suggests academic challenges for some students, those who complete their degrees find solid financial footing. This represents an average return on investment for a private Catholic institution.