Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 57.6%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 56.0%
- Retention Rate
- 70.6%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $51,655
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $25,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 19:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 56.6%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $265/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Master | $78,785 | $39,842 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $66,355 | $26,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $58,402 | $37,675 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master | $51,273 | |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $50,022 | |
| Education, Other. | Master | $47,930 | $19,373 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor | $47,260 | $26,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $47,260 | $27,000 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master | $45,852 | $57,683 |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services. | Master | $41,193 | |
| Urban Studies/Affairs. | Master | $33,993 | |
| Social Work. | Bachelor | $32,711 | $26,750 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor | $31,314 | $27,000 |
| Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries. | Bachelor | $29,685 | |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate | $28,236 | $20,000 |
Outcomes Overview
Eastern University graduates earn a median of $51,655 ten years after graduation, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 48% based on the typical $25,000 in loans. Monthly loan payments of $265 consume about 6% of gross income, which sits near the national average for private college graduates. The school's Christian mission draws many students toward social work, education, and nonprofit careers that prioritize service over salary. With 94.5% of graduates finding employment, job placement rates remain strong. However, the 56% loan repayment rate suggests some graduates struggle with their debt burden. The combination of moderate earnings and reasonable debt levels delivers an average return on investment for most students.