Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 70.3%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 69.2%
- Retention Rate
- 72.7%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $54,317
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $26,984
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 12:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 77.1%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $286/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $53,045 | $27,000 |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor | $46,790 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $44,542 | $27,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor | $38,721 | $27,000 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor | $36,848 | |
| Health and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor | $32,925 | $27,000 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor | $32,119 | $27,000 |
| Sociology. | Bachelor | $31,314 | $24,500 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor | $25,194 | $27,000 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Bachelor | $21,508 |
Outcomes Overview
Central College graduates earn a median of $54,317 within ten years, placing them solidly in the middle class. With median debt of $26,984, the debt-to-earnings ratio sits at a reasonable 50%. Monthly loan payments of $286 consume about 6% of typical graduate income. The college's 96.4% employment rate reflects strong career preparation through its experiential learning programs. Many graduates enter education, business, and healthcare fields, benefiting from the school's liberal arts foundation and Reformed Church connections. The 77% loan repayment rate suggests most alumni manage their debt successfully. Central delivers an average return on investment for students seeking steady careers rather than high-earning specialties.