Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 77.7%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 76.3%
- Retention Rate
- 88.4%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $84,713
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $27,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 8:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 71.5%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $286/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 | $88,637 | $27,000 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Master | $73,949 | $89,832 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $46,087 | $25,000 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master | $42,682 | $61,500 |
Outcomes Overview
Dominican graduates earn $84,713 ten years after leaving campus, giving them a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 32%. Monthly loan payments of $286 consume just 4% of median income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The university's Catholic liberal arts foundation opens doors to healthcare, business, and social services careers. Many nursing graduates find immediate employment in Bay Area hospitals where salaries start around $90,000. The 98.7% employment rate reflects strong regional connections and career services support. With 71.5% of borrowers successfully repaying loans and relatively modest debt loads, Dominican delivers a strong return on investment for students seeking personalized education with practical career outcomes.