Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 62.0%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 59.0%
- Retention Rate
- 76.5%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $57,125
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $27,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 11:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 81.0%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $286/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science. | Bachelor | $61,516 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $58,402 | $27,000 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $52,107 | $25,893 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $42,458 | $27,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor | $42,235 | $27,000 |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication. | Bachelor | $37,568 | |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor | $36,560 | $27,000 |
| Health and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor | $36,042 | $27,000 |
| Sociology. | Bachelor | $30,988 | |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor | $29,685 | |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor | $28,236 | |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor | $27,280 | $27,000 |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies. | Bachelor | $21,508 |
Outcomes Overview
Coe graduates earn a median of $57,125 ten years after graduation, putting their debt-to-income ratio at a manageable 47%. Monthly loan payments of $286 represent about 6% of typical graduate income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The 81% loan repayment rate suggests most alumni can handle their financial obligations. Coe's liberal arts foundation prepares students for diverse careers in business, education, and nonprofit work, with many gravitating toward Iowa's insurance and healthcare sectors. The college's Presbyterian heritage and emphasis on service learning create graduates who often pursue mission-driven careers. Despite the modest graduation rate, Coe delivers a strong return on investment for committed students.