Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 63.8%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 63.0%
- Retention Rate
- 76.7%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $58,386
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $26,814
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 13:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 73.9%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $284/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Security Science and Technology. | Master | $111,435 | $35,971 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $73,635 | $31,090 |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor | $59,417 | $27,000 |
| Security Science and Technology. | Bachelor | $59,350 | $27,000 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Bachelor | $55,964 | $27,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master | $55,964 | $36,271 |
| Computer Software and Media Applications. | Bachelor | $55,512 | $27,000 |
| Legal Research and Advanced Professional Studies. | Master | $54,713 | |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $48,823 | $26,917 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $48,432 | |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor | $43,798 | $12,500 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $41,087 | $26,000 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor | $38,289 | $24,125 |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Bachelor | $38,289 | $26,870 |
| International Business. | Bachelor | $33,993 |
Outcomes Overview
Champlain graduates enter the workforce with median debt of $26,814, creating monthly payments of $284. That represents about 5.8% of typical post-graduation income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The 94.4% employment rate reflects strong industry demand for the college's specialized programs in gaming, cybersecurity, and digital media. Graduates earn $49,559 in their first year and see steady growth to $58,386 by year ten. The college's career-focused curriculum and Vermont's growing tech sector create natural pipelines into well-paying roles at companies like Burton Snowboards, Beta Technologies, and gaming studios. With 73.88% of borrowers successfully repaying loans, Champlain delivers a strong return on investment for career-minded students.