Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 49.7%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 46.2%
- Retention Rate
- 70.9%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $61,107
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $27,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 10:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 70.5%
- 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 | $60,410 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $32,213 | $23,250 |
| Sociology. | Bachelor | $30,409 | $27,000 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor | $28,960 | $27,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor | $28,960 | |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor | $21,234 | |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor | $21,052 | $24,335 |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor | $19,683 |
Outcomes Overview
Hartwick graduates earn a median salary of $61,107 ten years after graduation, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 44% with typical debt loads of $27,000. Monthly loan payments of $286 represent about 5.6% of gross income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The college's strong nursing and business programs feed into stable career paths with solid earning potential. A 97% employment rate demonstrates that graduates find work quickly after completing their degrees. The 70.5% loan repayment rate indicates most alumni can handle their financial obligations without major difficulty. Given the reasonable debt burden relative to earning power and high employment outcomes, Hartwick offers an average return on investment for students willing to commit to a small liberal arts education.