Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 53.3%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 53.0%
- Retention Rate
- 74.8%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $52,416
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $26,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 19:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 68.9%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $276/mo
Outcomes Overview
Commonwealth University graduates enter the workforce with a median debt of $26,000 and earn $43,429 in their first year out. This creates a debt-to-earnings ratio of 60%, which sits above the recommended 40% threshold. Monthly loan payments of $276 consume about 7.6% of typical graduate income. The 97.1% employment rate shows strong job placement success. However, the relatively modest starting salaries reflect the regional job market in central Pennsylvania, where many graduates find work in education, healthcare, and business services. While employment prospects are solid, the financial metrics suggest graduates face a longer payback period than ideal. This represents an average return on investment for students prioritizing job security over high earnings potential.