Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 58.9%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 58.4%
- Retention Rate
- 78.5%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $54,368
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $25,749
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 16:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 73.8%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $273/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 | $62,839 | $27,000 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor | $55,693 | $26,259 |
| Quality Control and Safety Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor | $49,980 | $25,000 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master | $44,542 | |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor | $43,798 | |
| Curriculum and Instruction. | Master | $43,575 | |
| Economics. | Bachelor | $41,789 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $41,565 | $26,000 |
| Architecture. | Bachelor | $40,461 | $26,860 |
| Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other. | Bachelor | $40,368 | $27,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor | $37,568 | $25,500 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor | $35,653 | $25,000 |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Bachelor | $33,993 | $24,250 |
| History. | Bachelor | $33,993 | $25,296 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor | $33,993 | $26,236 |
Outcomes Overview
Keene State graduates earn $54,368 ten years after graduation, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 47%. Monthly loan payments of $273 consume about 6% of typical graduate income. The college's strong education and arts programs funnel many graduates into teaching, social work, and creative fields that prioritize social impact over high salaries. With 97.8% of graduates finding employment, job placement rates exceed national averages. However, the relatively modest earnings reflect career paths in education and nonprofit sectors. The 73.81% loan repayment rate suggests most graduates can manage their debt burden. For students passionate about teaching or the arts, this represents an average return on investment.