Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 59.8%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 64.0%
- Retention Rate
- 73.8%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $57,550
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $27,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 8:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 68.6%
- 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 | $60,485 | $27,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $45,715 | |
| Education, General. | Master | $39,844 | |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $36,852 | |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor | $33,993 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $31,133 | $27,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor | $30,771 | $27,000 |
| Human Services, General. | Bachelor | $30,409 | $27,000 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor | $28,598 | $27,000 |
Outcomes Overview
Elmira graduates earn a median of $57,550 ten years after graduation, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 47% with typical debt of $27,000. Monthly loan payments of $286 consume about 6% of gross income, well below problematic thresholds. The college's strong education and nursing programs traditionally lead graduates into stable public sector careers with reliable employment prospects. A 97% employment rate demonstrates solid job placement success. The 68.64% loan repayment rate suggests most graduates can manage their obligations. While earnings lag behind some peer institutions, the combination of modest debt loads, high employment rates, and career stability in education and healthcare creates an average return on investment for students seeking these fields.