Student Outcomes
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $78,493
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $13,769
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 20:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 55.6%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $146/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. | Master | $97,959 | $27,295 |
| Nuclear Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor | $94,408 | $10,555 |
| Bioethics/Medical Ethics. | Master | $86,129 | $26,341 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $83,768 | $27,333 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $74,747 | $17,152 |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Master | $66,889 | $34,167 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate | $63,005 | $13,862 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $55,512 | $13,323 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor | $53,358 | $14,583 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor | $49,660 | $7,925 |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Bachelor | $49,631 | $12,500 |
| Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other. | Bachelor | $47,260 | $18,878 |
| Electromechanical Instrumentation and Maintenance Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $45,696 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate | $45,696 | $10,500 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate | $34,420 | $5,220 |
Outcomes Overview
Excelsior graduates earn a median of $78,493 ten years out, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 17.5%. Monthly loan payments of $146 represent only 2.2% of typical graduate income. The university's focus on working adults means many students already have established careers when they graduate. Only 34% of students take federal loans, suggesting many pay as they go or have employer tuition assistance. The 90% employment rate reflects the practical, career-focused nature of Excelsior's online programs. Many graduates work in business, healthcare administration, and public service roles where the university's flexible degree completion programs fill specific advancement needs. This represents a strong return on investment for adult learners seeking career progression.