Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 51.2%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 49.3%
- Retention Rate
- 73.5%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $58,013
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $10,950
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 15:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 50.9%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $116/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. | Master | $107,758 | $22,052 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master | $104,935 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $95,348 | $13,341 |
| Teaching English or French as a Second or Foreign Language. | Master | $72,325 | |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Master | $70,277 | $20,500 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Master | $69,338 | $38,404 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master | $67,273 | $25,000 |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services. | Master | $66,318 | $41,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master | $59,124 | $25,825 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master | $58,943 | $26,164 |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor | $57,318 | $10,985 |
| Public Health. | Master | $56,867 | $17,310 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $56,157 | $19,848 |
| Geography and Cartography. | Master | $54,644 | |
| Social Work. | Master | $53,550 | $29,986 |
Outcomes Overview
Lehman graduates earn a median of $58,013 ten years after graduation, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of just 19% with typical debt of $10,950. Monthly loan payments of $116 represent only 2.4% of median income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The 92.3% employment rate reflects strong job placement in education, healthcare, and social services where many Lehman alumni build careers serving their communities. About half of borrowers successfully repay their loans within the standard timeframe. The combination of low debt, solid earnings growth, and high employment rates delivers a strong return on investment, particularly for first-generation college students seeking affordable pathways to middle-class careers.