Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 91.8%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 91.3%
- Retention Rate
- 95.6%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $78,411
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $17,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 9:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 89.8%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $180/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economics. | Bachelor | $63,501 | $17,500 |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor | $59,045 | $16,275 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor | $53,894 | $12,500 |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor | $51,273 | |
| Public Policy Analysis. | Bachelor | $50,856 | $17,000 |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor | $50,439 | $12,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor | $46,087 | |
| International Relations and National Security Studies. | Bachelor | $46,087 | $19,000 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor | $41,565 | |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor | $33,993 | |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies. | Bachelor | $32,925 | |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor | $32,382 | $17,000 |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences. | Bachelor | $30,771 | |
| Philosophy. | Bachelor | $26,353 | |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor | $24,772 |
Outcomes Overview
Hamilton graduates earn a median of $78,411 ten years after graduation, giving them a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 22% with typical debt of $17,000. Monthly loan payments of $180 represent only 2.3% of post-graduation income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The 89.81% loan repayment rate shows most graduates can handle their financial obligations comfortably. Hamilton's open curriculum and liberal arts focus traditionally send graduates into consulting, finance, law, and media careers where starting salaries may be modest but long-term earning potential is high. Many pursue graduate school before entering their careers. This represents a strong return on investment for families who can afford the substantial upfront costs.