Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 58.7%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 57.1%
- Retention Rate
- 63.6%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $43,185
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $25,346
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 5:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 38.5%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $269/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bible/Biblical Studies. | Bachelor | $30,984 |
Outcomes Overview
Criswell graduates enter ministry and Christian service careers with a median debt of $25,346 and earn $43,185 ten years after graduation. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 59% sits above the recommended 40% threshold for educational debt. Monthly loan payments of $269 consume about 7.5% of typical graduate income. The 38% loan repayment rate suggests many graduates struggle with debt obligations. Most alumni pursue pastoral roles, church leadership, or nonprofit ministry positions where salaries traditionally lag behind secular careers. The 100% employment rate indicates strong job placement within Christian organizations. However, the financial mathematics reveal a challenging reality for ministry-bound graduates facing average debt loads on below-average salaries. This represents a weak return on investment.