Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 58.5%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 60.4%
- Retention Rate
- 63.8%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $56,807
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $21,591
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 16:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 54.9%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $229/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Education, Other. | Doctoral | $82,440 | |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master | $76,460 | |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Master | $68,499 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $67,324 | $50,930 |
| Education, General. | Master | $55,594 | |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services. | Master | $51,273 | $41,000 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master | $50,856 | |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor | $50,439 | $20,500 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Master | $49,214 | $41,448 |
| Religious Education. | Master | $47,260 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $46,790 | $22,575 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor | $45,919 | $18,125 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor | $45,584 | $22,250 |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies. | Master | $44,942 | |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master | $44,170 | $51,250 |
Outcomes Overview
DBU graduates enter the workforce with a median debt of $21,591, well below the national average of around $30,000. Ten years post-graduation, alumni earn a median salary of $56,807, creating a manageable debt-to-income ratio of 38%. Monthly loan payments of $229 represent just 5% of typical graduate income. The university's strong connections to Dallas-area churches, nonprofits, and businesses help explain the impressive 96.3% employment rate. Many alumni pursue careers in ministry, business, education, and healthcare, fields where DBU's faith-based approach provides valuable networking opportunities. With relatively low debt and solid earning potential in a major metropolitan market, DBU offers a strong return on investment for students seeking Christian higher education.