Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 96.2%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 95.8%
- Retention Rate
- 96.2%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $97,800
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $13,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 6:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 88.9%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $138/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| International Business. | Master | $213,978 | $117,357 |
| Law. | Doctoral | $168,098 | $158,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $148,189 | $80,630 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Certificate | $138,342 | $98,014 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Doctoral | $116,541 | $105,069 |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor | $106,898 | $13,500 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master | $97,071 | $89,495 |
| Computer Engineering. | Bachelor | $97,071 | $14,500 |
| Engineering-Related Fields. | Master | $91,078 | $42,568 |
| Economics. | Bachelor | $90,856 | $13,187 |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies. | Doctoral | $86,867 | $25,583 |
| Statistics. | Bachelor | $83,546 | $13,500 |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor | $81,333 | $9,500 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor | $80,964 | $10,000 |
| Biomedical/Medical Engineering. | Master | $77,213 |
Outcomes Overview
Duke graduates earn a median of $97,800 ten years after graduation, placing them among the highest earners nationally. With typical debt of just $13,000, graduates face a debt-to-earnings ratio of only 13%, well below the concerning 20% threshold. Monthly loan payments of $138 represent less than 2% of median income, making repayment manageable. Duke's powerful alumni network opens doors in finance, consulting, technology, and healthcare, with many graduates joining top-tier firms or strong medical residencies. The 94.7% employment rate reflects strong career outcomes across industries. The combination of high earnings, low debt, and excellent job placement delivers a strong return on investment for most graduates.