Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 56.3%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 59.1%
- Retention Rate
- 65.5%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $54,311
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $27,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 10:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 56.7%
- 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 | $59,288 | $27,000 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $40,896 | $22,574 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $40,827 | $27,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor | $32,569 | |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor | $30,119 | |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor | $29,685 | |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor | $25,525 | $23,875 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor | $23,649 |
Outcomes Overview
Hiram graduates earn a median of $54,311 ten years after graduation, creating a debt-to-income ratio of 50% based on the typical $27,000 in student loans. Monthly loan payments of $286 consume about 6% of gross income, which sits below the recommended 10% threshold. The college's liberal arts focus traditionally feeds into education, social services, and business roles where starting salaries trend lower but career growth potential remains solid. With 95.5% of graduates finding employment and a loan repayment rate of 56.66%, outcomes reflect the realities of a small liberal arts education. The return on investment rates as average, offering strong personal development but moderate financial returns compared to larger universities.