Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 90.2%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 89.2%
- Retention Rate
- 92.7%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $105,584
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $21,960
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 10:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 88.4%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $233/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $96,183 | |
| Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering. | Master | $86,867 | |
| Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other. | Bachelor | $81,812 | |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Master | $81,491 | |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor | $78,552 | $23,854 |
| Industrial Engineering. | Bachelor | $75,623 | $23,834 |
| Materials Engineering | Bachelor | $74,200 | $26,324 |
| Chemical Engineering. | Bachelor | $74,200 | $27,000 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor | $74,142 | $23,250 |
| Business/Managerial Economics. | Bachelor | $73,446 | $23,240 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master | $72,325 | $12,015 |
| Computer Engineering. | Bachelor | $72,231 | $24,625 |
| Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering. | Bachelor | $72,168 | $22,754 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor | $71,351 | $24,019 |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods. | Bachelor | $71,015 |
Outcomes Overview
Lehigh graduates earn a median salary of $105,584 ten years after graduation, creating a favorable debt-to-earnings ratio of just 21%. Monthly loan payments of $233 represent only 2.6% of typical graduate income. The 95.7% employment rate reflects strong industry connections, particularly in engineering and finance sectors where Lehigh alumni thrive. Many graduates enter lucrative fields like investment banking, consulting, and technology through the university's robust corporate partnerships. The relatively low median debt of $21,960 helps graduates avoid the financial strain common at peer institutions. With 88.38% successfully repaying loans and strong earning potential across multiple industries, Lehigh delivers a strong return on investment for career-focused students.