Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 69.1%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 68.4%
- Retention Rate
- 80.6%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $47,485
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $21,500
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 13:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 67.2%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $228/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Certificate | $57,318 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $55,061 | $19,000 |
| Bible/Biblical Studies. | Bachelor | $52,107 | $23,884 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $47,260 | |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master | $44,971 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $38,289 | |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Bachelor | $36,668 | |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor | $36,107 | $21,875 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor | $33,993 | $20,592 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor | $33,993 | |
| Marketing. | Bachelor | $29,685 | |
| Health and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor | $28,598 | |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Bachelor | $26,353 | |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor | $25,967 | $23,500 |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor | $21,234 |
Outcomes Overview
Freed-Hardeman graduates enter the workforce with a median debt of $21,500 and earn $47,485 ten years after graduation. Monthly loan payments of $228 consume about 5.7% of typical graduate income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.45 reflects reasonable borrowing relative to career outcomes. Many graduates pursue ministry, education, and healthcare careers that align with the university's Christian mission. The 97.7% employment rate demonstrates strong job placement success. Alumni often work in nonprofit organizations, churches, and community service roles where salaries may be modest but personally fulfilling. Despite lower median earnings compared to secular institutions, the manageable debt load creates a strong return on investment for mission-driven careers.