Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 77.3%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 76.5%
- Retention Rate
- 85.3%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $62,860
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $26,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 13:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 74.8%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $276/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $58,402 | $20,500 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $56,054 | $27,000 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor | $54,618 | $26,000 |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor | $53,775 | $24,625 |
| Economics. | Bachelor | $53,358 | $26,250 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $52,107 | $24,350 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor | $46,589 | $27,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master | $45,584 | |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor | $42,682 | $26,770 |
| International Business. | Bachelor | $41,295 | |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Master | $39,009 | $52,322 |
| Sociology. | Bachelor | $38,289 | $26,000 |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services. | Master | $37,748 | |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor | $36,848 | |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor | $36,521 | $27,000 |
Outcomes Overview
Graduates earn a median of $62,860 ten years after leaving campus. The typical debt load of $26,000 creates a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 41%, well below the concerning 50% threshold. Monthly loan payments of $276 consume about 5% of median income, leaving room for other financial goals. John Carroll's strong alumni network, anchored by notable figures like Tim Russert and Don Shula, opens doors in media, sports management, and business. The Jesuit emphasis on service learning helps graduates land positions in nonprofit work and corporate social responsibility roles. With 97.5% employment rates and reasonable debt burdens, this represents a strong return on investment for students seeking personalized attention and values-based education.