Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 27.3%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 29.3%
- Retention Rate
- 46.0%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $54,080
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $18,730
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 17:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 41.8%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $199/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 | $89,879 | $18,477 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $69,897 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Certificate | $62,012 | |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Bachelor | $48,041 | $20,500 |
| Public Administration and Social Service Professions, Other. | Bachelor | $47,260 | |
| Biological and Physical Sciences. | Bachelor | $45,852 | |
| English Language and Literature/Letters, Other. | Bachelor | $41,937 | $20,750 |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Associate | $39,009 | $14,250 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate | $38,289 | |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor | $38,289 | |
| Community Organization and Advocacy. | Bachelor | $36,387 | $19,000 |
| Visual and Performing Arts, General. | Bachelor | $36,141 | |
| Education, General. | Bachelor | $33,993 | $13,183 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor | $30,926 | $17,000 |
Outcomes Overview
Empire State University graduates earn a median of $54,080 ten years after graduation, while carrying typical debt of $18,730. This creates a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 35%, well below the concerning 40% threshold. Monthly loan payments of $199 consume about 4.4% of graduates' income. The 92.4% employment rate shows strong job placement success. However, the 41.79% loan repayment rate suggests some graduates struggle with payments despite decent salaries. Empire State's focus on distance learning attracts working adults seeking career advancement in business, education, and healthcare fields. The combination of moderate debt loads and solid median earnings creates an average return on investment for most students.