Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 20.4%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 17.5%
- Retention Rate
- 59.4%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $33,261
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $26,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 16:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 27.5%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $276/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Doctoral | $71,351 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $58,796 | $15,000 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $37,208 | |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Master | $36,134 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $35,274 | $28,451 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor | $33,459 | $25,460 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor | $32,391 | $27,570 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor | $25,967 | $28,079 |
| Journalism. | Bachelor | $21,508 |
Outcomes Overview
Langston graduates face significant financial challenges after leaving campus. With median debt of $26,000 and monthly loan payments of $276, new graduates allocate roughly 8.5% of their $38,650 first-year earnings to student loans. The university's historically black college mission has traditionally prepared students for careers in education, agriculture, and public service. Employment rates reach 95%, but median earnings of $33,261 after ten years remain below national averages for college graduates. The 27% loan repayment rate indicates many alumni struggle with debt obligations. Despite strong job placement and the valuable HBCU network, the combination of modest earnings growth and substantial debt burden creates a weak return on investment for most students.