Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 60.8%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 62.0%
- Retention Rate
- 61.3%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $19,761
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $5,185
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 18:1
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $55/mo
Outcomes Overview
Dewey University-Carolina graduates face significant financial challenges after completing their degrees. The median debt of $5,185 represents 26% of first-year earnings of $19,800, well above the recommended 10% threshold. Monthly loan payments of $55 consume about 3.3% of gross monthly income based on median earnings. The employment rate of 64.2% lags behind national averages for four-year institutions. Graduates typically find work in Puerto Rico's service and healthcare sectors, where wages remain below mainland U.S. levels. The debt-to-income ratio improves slightly by the fifth year as earnings plateau around $19,800. Given the modest earnings trajectory and employment challenges, this represents a weak return on investment despite the relatively low debt burden.