Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 52.3%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 50.3%
- Retention Rate
- 73.1%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $53,278
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $26,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 13:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 52.3%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $276/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Master | $71,575 | $21,701 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Doctoral | $69,338 | |
| Criminology. | Bachelor | $59,883 | |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Master | $58,092 | $32,728 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor | $56,641 | $23,343 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $52,107 | $32,070 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master | $51,197 | $29,829 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master | $50,439 | |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Master | $49,918 | $30,750 |
| Fire Protection. | Bachelor | $48,041 | |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master | $47,260 | $29,158 |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor | $46,673 | |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $46,478 | $23,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Master | $46,087 | $24,501 |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Master | $45,305 | $32,911 |
Outcomes Overview
Lindenwood graduates earn a median salary of $53,278 ten years after graduation, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 49% based on the typical $26,000 in student loans. Monthly loan payments of $276 consume about 6% of gross income, which is manageable compared to the national average of 10-15%. The university's strong business and athletics programs funnel graduates into sports management, corporate roles, and entrepreneurship. With 96.6% of graduates finding employment and relatively affordable tuition keeping debt loads reasonable, the financial outlook is solid. The practical, career-focused education pays dividends in the job market, making this an average to strong return on investment.