Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 77.2%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 77.4%
- Retention Rate
- 88.5%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $58,375
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $23,250
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 14:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 83.4%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $246/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering, General. | Bachelor | $65,188 | $22,409 |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor | $61,020 | $18,250 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Master | $60,878 | $36,079 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $57,770 | $25,250 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $57,564 | $23,250 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $45,980 | $20,000 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Bachelor | $39,009 | |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor | $38,337 | |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor | $35,060 | $19,500 |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication. | Bachelor | $33,993 | |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor | $33,993 | |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor | $32,382 | $23,250 |
| Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies. | Bachelor | $32,029 | |
| Health and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor | $31,852 | $24,833 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor | $31,314 | $26,022 |
Outcomes Overview
Calvin graduates enter the workforce with a median debt of $23,250, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of just 0.40 when measured against their $58,375 median income after 10 years. Monthly loan payments of $246 represent only 5.2% of typical graduate income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The school's Reformed Christian foundation opens doors in education, ministry, and nonprofit sectors, while its liberal arts approach produces versatile graduates sought by employers across industries. With a 96.5% employment rate and an 83.44% loan repayment rate, Calvin delivers strong career preparation. The financial fundamentals point to a strong return on investment for most graduates.