Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 61.6%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 61.6%
- Retention Rate
- 83.8%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $47,314
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $25,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 15:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 60.2%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $265/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $64,493 | $34,635 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $46,924 | $25,000 |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies. | Master | $40,574 | |
| Marketing. | Bachelor | $40,485 | $20,616 |
| Curriculum and Instruction. | Master | $38,289 | |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor | $38,289 | $28,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate | $34,704 | $27,250 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor | $32,162 | $25,957 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master | $31,305 | $45,100 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor | $31,133 | $27,000 |
| Health and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor | $25,774 | $24,625 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor | $25,194 |
Outcomes Overview
Cornerstone graduates enter the workforce with a median debt of $25,000 and earn $47,314 ten years after graduation. This creates a debt-to-earnings ratio of 53%, which is reasonable for a private Christian university. Monthly loan payments of $265 represent about 6.7% of typical graduate income, a manageable burden. The 96.7% employment rate reflects strong job placement. Many graduates pursue careers in education, ministry, business, and nonprofit work, fields that align with the university's Christian mission but often offer modest starting salaries. The loan repayment rate of 60.19% suggests some graduates struggle with payments early in their careers. Overall, Cornerstone provides an average return on investment for students seeking faith-integrated education.