Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 21.2%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 24.7%
- Retention Rate
- 60.0%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $35,594
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $28,070
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 9:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 16.4%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $298/mo
Outcomes Overview
Le Moyne-Owen graduates earn a median of $35,594 ten years after graduation. Their typical debt of $28,070 creates a debt-to-earnings ratio of 79%, well above the recommended 60% threshold. Monthly loan payments of $298 consume about 10% of gross income, which strains most budgets. The 16% loan repayment rate signals widespread financial difficulty among alumni. This historically black college traditionally feeds graduates into education and social work, fields known for modest salaries but meaningful impact. Many alumni work in Memphis's nonprofit sector and public schools. Despite the college's strong community connections and supportive environment, the financial mathematics present challenges. Weak return on investment.