Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 64.8%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 66.0%
- Retention Rate
- 77.1%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $40,694
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $20,979
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 13:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 48.1%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $222/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $56,563 | $17,968 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $54,053 | |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor | $52,607 | |
| Architecture. | Bachelor | $47,650 | $31,000 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor | $47,260 | |
| Curriculum and Instruction. | Master | $42,363 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $39,969 | $22,778 |
| Social and Philosophical Foundations of Education. | Master | $38,289 | |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master | $37,424 | $21,855 |
| Arts, Entertainment,and Media Management. | Master | $36,141 | |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication. | Bachelor | $35,416 | $23,250 |
| Educational/Instructional Media Design. | Master | $34,704 | |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor | $31,314 | $23,424 |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Bachelor | $31,133 | |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor | $30,988 |
Outcomes Overview
Drury graduates earn a median of $40,694 ten years after graduation, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 52% with typical debt of $20,979. Monthly loan payments of $222 consume about 6.5% of gross income, which sits below the recommended 10% threshold. The university's strong ties to Springfield's business community and respected architecture program help achieve a 94% employment rate. Many graduates enter healthcare administration, business, and design fields where Drury's regional reputation carries weight. The 48% loan repayment rate suggests some financial stress among alumni. Given the modest earnings relative to the $47,000 total cost, Drury offers an average return on investment for students seeking close faculty mentorship in a smaller city setting.