Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 45.8%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 49.4%
- Retention Rate
- 60.3%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $54,475
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $23,250
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 12:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 65.6%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $246/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $70,009 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $57,657 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $47,650 | $18,000 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $47,397 | |
| Criminology. | Bachelor | $42,682 | |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor | $35,416 | |
| Health and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor | $33,281 | $23,923 |
Outcomes Overview
Briar Cliff graduates earn a median of $54,475 ten years after graduation, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 43% with typical debt of $23,250. Monthly loan payments of $246 consume about 5.4% of gross income, which falls below the recommended 10% threshold. The 98.8% employment rate reflects strong career preparation, particularly in health sciences and education where graduates often find stable positions in hospitals, schools, and healthcare facilities. However, the 65.59% loan repayment rate suggests some graduates struggle with payments despite decent earnings. Given the manageable debt burden, high employment rate, and solid earnings trajectory in stable fields, Briar Cliff offers an average return on investment.