Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 31.7%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 30.3%
- Retention Rate
- 59.5%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $56,945
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $11,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 13:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 47.8%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $117/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. | Bachelor | $87,973 | $13,380 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Bachelor | $74,576 | |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Bachelor | $71,351 | |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor | $41,937 | |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor | $41,565 | |
| Pharmacology and Toxicology. | Bachelor | $39,729 | |
| Social Work. | Bachelor | $39,369 | $8,080 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor | $39,009 | |
| Sociology. | Bachelor | $38,289 | $10,450 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor | $35,341 | $9,500 |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General. | Bachelor | $33,993 | |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor | $33,900 | |
| Public Health. | Bachelor | $33,138 | $12,800 |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor | $32,925 | |
| Air Transportation. | Bachelor | $32,653 |
Outcomes Overview
York College graduates enter the workforce with manageable debt loads, carrying a median of $11,000 compared to national averages exceeding $30,000. Monthly loan payments of $117 represent just 2.5% of typical graduate earnings of $56,945 after ten years. The college's focus on health sciences and education translates into stable career paths, with 91.2% of graduates finding employment. Many enter teaching, nursing, occupational therapy, and social work roles that serve Queens' diverse communities. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.19 ranks among the better values in public higher education. Despite modest graduation rates, York delivers a strong return on investment for students who complete their degrees.