Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 95.5%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 95.9%
- Retention Rate
- 98.7%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $93,487
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $11,428
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 6:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 87.0%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $121/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science. | Bachelor | $153,718 | $11,500 |
| Applied Mathematics. | Bachelor | $88,506 | $10,000 |
| Engineering, General. | Bachelor | $75,921 | $15,000 |
| Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations. | Bachelor | $73,769 | $18,000 |
| Economics. | Bachelor | $63,302 | $13,000 |
| Medicine. | Doctoral | $61,294 | $146,880 |
| Public Policy Analysis. | Master | $61,020 | $47,500 |
| Bilingual, Multilingual, and Multicultural Education. | Master | $60,771 | |
| Public Health. | Master | $59,937 | $49,500 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master | $58,673 | $20,500 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor | $53,108 | $14,481 |
| International Relations and National Security Studies. | Bachelor | $50,105 | $12,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master | $47,260 | |
| Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor | $47,260 | |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor | $46,790 | $12,974 |
Outcomes Overview
Brown graduates earn a median of $93,487 ten years after graduation, creating a favorable debt-to-earnings ratio of just 12% given the typical $11,428 in student loans. Monthly payments of $121 represent only 1.5% of median income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The university's open curriculum attracts students who often pursue diverse paths in consulting, finance, media, and public service. Brown's Ivy League network opens doors in competitive industries, with 92.5% of graduates finding employment. The 87% loan repayment rate reflects graduates' financial stability post-graduation. Despite the hefty $84,828 total cost, Brown delivers a strong return on investment through high earnings potential and manageable debt burdens.