Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 76.7%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 77.1%
- Retention Rate
- 87.9%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $62,381
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $26,759
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 9:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 79.7%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $284/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science. | Bachelor | $74,576 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $64,328 | $32,550 |
| Geography and Cartography. | Doctoral | $57,318 | |
| Geography and Cartography. | Master | $52,733 | |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Master | $48,432 | |
| Biology, General. | Master | $46,087 | |
| Education, General. | Master | $44,418 | |
| Community Organization and Advocacy. | Master | $39,639 | |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods. | Bachelor | $37,568 | |
| Public Administration. | Master | $37,208 | |
| Social Sciences, Other. | Bachelor | $36,848 | $25,000 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor | $34,526 | $26,010 |
| Social Sciences, Other. | Master | $32,569 | |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor | $32,391 | |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Master | $31,423 |
Outcomes Overview
Clark graduates earn a median of $62,381 ten years after graduation, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 43% with typical debt of $26,759. Monthly loan payments of $284 consume about 5.4% of gross income, which sits below the concerning 10% threshold. The university's strong psychology and research programs feed graduates into academic, healthcare, and research careers where earnings often grow substantially over time. Clark's 93.4% employment rate reflects solid career preparation despite the liberal arts focus. Notable alumni like rocket pioneer Robert Goddard demonstrate the school's innovation pipeline. While starting salaries appear modest at $39,538, the trajectory toward $62,000+ suggests strong long-term value, making this an average to strong return on investment.