Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 59.3%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 56.6%
- Retention Rate
- 74.9%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $53,726
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $23,163
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 12:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 65.8%
- 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 | $79,755 | $39,633 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master | $69,593 | |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor | $51,273 | |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $50,856 | |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor | $50,375 | $23,611 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $42,979 | $25,000 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master | $39,369 | |
| Apparel and Textiles. | Bachelor | $39,009 | |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor | $38,289 | |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor | $36,848 | $20,000 |
| Sociology. | Bachelor | $35,600 | $27,169 |
| Agricultural and Domestic Animal Services. | Bachelor | $31,133 | $23,250 |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Bachelor | $24,730 | $26,000 |
| Radio, Television, and Digital Communication. | Bachelor | $24,035 |
Outcomes Overview
Centenary graduates enter the workforce with a median debt of $23,163 and earn $53,726 ten years after graduation. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 43% falls below the recommended 50% threshold for manageable student loans. Monthly payments of $246 consume about 5.5% of typical graduate income, leaving room for other financial goals. The 93.1% employment rate demonstrates strong job placement success. Many graduates find work in business, healthcare, and equestrian industries, reflecting the university's program strengths. With relatively modest debt loads and solid earning potential, Centenary delivers an average return on investment for students willing to complete their degrees.