Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 49.5%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 50.8%
- Retention Rate
- 75.7%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $47,258
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $23,750
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 16:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 51.7%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $252/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 | $65,750 | $16,666 |
| Information Science/Studies. | Bachelor | $60,771 | $20,336 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master | $57,318 | $20,500 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master | $53,497 | $30,750 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $48,198 | $24,486 |
| Education, General. | Master | $42,873 | |
| Business/Managerial Economics. | Bachelor | $40,467 | |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $38,597 | $25,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master | $38,289 | $33,461 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor | $38,168 | $25,500 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor | $37,856 | $25,683 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $36,423 | $23,250 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor | $36,141 | $27,000 |
| Hospitality Administration/Management. | Bachelor | $34,704 | $23,250 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor | $34,704 | $24,250 |
Outcomes Overview
Coastal Carolina graduates earn a median of $47,258 ten years after graduation, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 50% with typical debt loads of $23,750. Monthly loan payments of $252 consume about 6.4% of median income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The university's strong business and marine science programs help achieve a 95.8% employment rate. Many graduates enter tourism, hospitality, and coastal management careers that align with South Carolina's economy. The 51.73% loan repayment rate suggests some graduates struggle initially, but the relatively low debt burden and solid employment outcomes create an average return on investment for students willing to build careers in the region.