Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 42.1%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 41.2%
- Retention Rate
- 61.4%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $44,976
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $26,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 12:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 55.4%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $276/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $42,682 | $26,013 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Bachelor | $38,289 | |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor | $37,424 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $34,793 | $26,050 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor | $33,216 | $26,000 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor | $32,925 | |
| Social Sciences, Other. | Bachelor | $32,711 | $27,000 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Bachelor | $24,532 | $26,000 |
| Health and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor | $22,912 | $24,000 |
| Education, Other. | Bachelor | $22,710 | |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services. | Associate | $20,596 | |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor | $20,596 | $29,819 |
| Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other. | Bachelor | $20,482 |
Outcomes Overview
Keystone graduates enter the workforce with median debt of $26,000 and earn $44,976 ten years after graduation, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.58. Monthly loan payments of $276 consume about 7.4% of median income, well below the concerning 10% threshold. The college's strong education and environmental science programs funnel graduates into teaching and conservation roles, fields known for steady if modest compensation. With a 96% employment rate, most graduates find work quickly after completing their degrees. However, the relatively low starting earnings of $34,412 reflect the reality of these career paths. Overall, Keystone provides an average return on investment for students committed to public service careers.