Student Outcomes
- Retention Rate
- 50.0%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $48,991
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $17,619
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 17:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 57.7%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $187/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $61,054 | $15,917 |
| Education, General. | Master | $35,213 | $34,980 |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Bachelor | $33,281 | $18,111 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $31,799 | $16,750 |
| Parks, Recreation and Leisure Facilities Management. | Bachelor | $31,133 | |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor | $29,374 | |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Bachelor | $28,816 | $20,130 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Bachelor | $28,598 | $22,375 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor | $28,598 | $18,084 |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Bachelor | $28,055 | $19,500 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor | $27,698 | $15,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor | $27,482 | $16,062 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor | $25,194 | $23,250 |
Outcomes Overview
Graduates earn a median of $48,991 ten years after leaving Central Methodist's graduate and extended studies programs. Monthly loan payments of $187 consume about 4.6% of typical graduate income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The median debt of $17,619 represents just 36% of ten-year earnings, a favorable ratio compared to national averages. An impressive 97.9% employment rate shows strong job placement success. The Methodist university's focus on practical graduate programs in education, business, and health services helps explain these solid outcomes. Many graduates enter stable fields like teaching, healthcare administration, and nonprofit management. Central Methodist delivers a strong return on investment for working adults seeking career advancement.