Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 57.1%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 53.2%
- Retention Rate
- 70.7%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $49,705
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $26,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 11:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 67.1%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $276/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods. | Master | $59,011 | $24,432 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Master | $53,775 | $30,634 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor | $46,087 | $26,000 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master | $44,933 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $43,426 | $26,000 |
| Health and Physical Education/Fitness. | Master | $42,682 | $34,160 |
| Hospitality Administration/Management. | Bachelor | $39,369 | $26,399 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor | $37,808 | $27,000 |
| Criminology. | Bachelor | $37,478 | $27,000 |
| Health and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor | $36,717 | $27,000 |
| Specialized Sales, Merchandising and Marketing Operations. | Bachelor | $36,560 | $26,500 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor | $35,416 | |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor | $34,704 | $27,000 |
| Human Services, General. | Bachelor | $32,653 | |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Bachelor | $31,038 | $27,000 |
Outcomes Overview
Lasell graduates earn a median of $49,705 ten years after graduation, creating a debt-to-income ratio of 52% based on the typical $26,000 in student loans. Monthly loan payments of $276 consume about 6.7% of gross income, which sits near the recommended 10% threshold. The 96.6% employment rate reflects strong career services and the university's emphasis on experiential learning through internships. Graduates often enter business, communications, and health services fields where Lasell's hands-on approach provides practical skills. However, the 53% six-year graduation rate means many students don't complete their degrees. For those who do graduate, the combination of moderate debt and solid earnings potential creates an average return on investment.