Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 53.2%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 52.2%
- Retention Rate
- 66.1%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $55,838
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $25,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 14:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 76.3%
- 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 | $66,104 | $20,908 |
| Food Science and Technology. | Bachelor | $48,041 | |
| Agricultural Business and Management. | Bachelor | $42,682 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $37,208 | $25,000 |
| Animal Sciences. | Bachelor | $32,976 | $25,569 |
| Plant Sciences. | Bachelor | $30,771 | |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor | $28,870 | $26,985 |
| Zoology/Animal Biology. | Bachelor | $22,970 | $26,400 |
| Wildlife and Wildlands Science and Management. | Bachelor | $21,417 | $25,750 |
Outcomes Overview
Delaware Valley graduates enter the workforce with a median debt of $25,000, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.44 when compared to their $55,838 median salary after ten years. Monthly loan payments of $265 represent just 5.7% of typical graduate income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The university's strong ties to agriculture, veterinary science, and business sectors help explain why 96.9% of graduates find employment. Many DelVal alumni work for major agribusiness companies, veterinary practices, or start their own farming operations. With graduates earning $53,756 after five years and maintaining a solid 76.3% loan repayment rate, Delaware Valley delivers a strong return on investment for students pursuing careers in specialized agricultural and life science fields.