Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 47.0%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 43.4%
- Retention Rate
- 75.4%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $57,237
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $23,250
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 17:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 52.1%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $246/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Doctoral | $116,679 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master | $105,083 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $82,238 | $18,009 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $73,635 | $37,593 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Master | $72,640 | $47,700 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master | $71,957 | $31,757 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master | $62,579 | |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master | $60,452 | $47,464 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Master | $57,995 | |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor | $52,107 | $26,088 |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences. | Bachelor | $52,107 | $26,139 |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services. | Master | $49,918 | $59,073 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Bachelor | $49,855 | $25,479 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor | $49,436 | $23,651 |
| Public Administration. | Master | $47,846 | $41,000 |
Outcomes Overview
Kean graduates earn a median of $57,237 ten years after graduation, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 41% with typical debt loads of $23,250. Monthly loan payments of $246 represent about 5% of gross income for median earners. The university's strong teacher preparation programs funnel many graduates into education careers, where starting salaries align with these earnings figures. An employment rate of 93.9% shows most graduates find work quickly. While the 47% four-year graduation rate suggests extended time to degree for many students, the relatively low debt burden and solid post-graduation employment create an average return on investment for most Kean graduates.