Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 47.1%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 48.8%
- Retention Rate
- 68.6%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $42,396
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $25,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 17:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 46.0%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $265/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 | $56,189 | $26,609 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master | $40,467 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $38,122 | $25,191 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor | $37,568 | |
| Music. | Bachelor | $32,391 | |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor | $30,771 | $25,500 |
| Sociology. | Bachelor | $29,064 | $27,000 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor | $26,850 | $25,066 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor | $26,739 | $27,000 |
| History. | Bachelor | $26,739 | $19,250 |
| Health and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor | $26,187 | $24,997 |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor | $22,485 | $26,437 |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor | $22,329 | $21,027 |
Outcomes Overview
Lander graduates earn a median of $42,396 ten years after graduation, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 59% with typical student loans of $25,000. Monthly loan payments of $265 consume about 7.5% of gross income, which sits near the recommended maximum. The university maintains a 97.3% employment rate, reflecting strong job placement in South Carolina's growing healthcare, education, and business sectors. Many graduates stay local, benefiting from the state's relatively low cost of living. However, the 46% loan repayment rate suggests some borrowers struggle with payments. The combination of moderate debt levels and solid regional employment opportunities creates an average return on investment for most students.