Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 48.4%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 47.2%
- Retention Rate
- 67.1%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $57,897
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $19,500
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 20:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 63.4%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $207/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Doctoral | $75,130 | $61,500 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Master | $66,355 | $55,865 |
| Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering. | Bachelor | $63,335 | $25,116 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Bachelor | $62,707 | $23,604 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Master | $57,318 | $41,000 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor | $56,979 | $21,500 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor | $55,770 | $21,750 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master | $54,331 | $54,184 |
| Education, General. | Master | $53,894 | $29,660 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $53,358 | $20,500 |
| Psychology, General. | Master | $52,107 | |
| Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor | $52,107 | |
| Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other. | Bachelor | $52,107 | |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Certificate | $51,273 | |
| Social Work. | Master | $48,501 | $40,783 |
Outcomes Overview
EWU graduates enter the workforce with relatively manageable debt burdens compared to many universities. The median debt of $19,500 creates monthly payments of $207, which represents about 4.3% of the median graduate's income after five years. This debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.33 falls well below the concerning 1.0 threshold that financial experts warn against. The 94.6% employment rate reflects strong job placement, particularly in education and healthcare where many Eagles build careers. Alumni like NFL star Cooper Kupp demonstrate the university's ability to develop talent across fields. With graduates earning $59,344 five years post-graduation while carrying below-average debt loads, Eastern Washington delivers a strong return on investment for students seeking practical career preparation.