Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 67.9%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 65.2%
- Retention Rate
- 78.9%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $78,638
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $25,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 10:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 79.9%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $265/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $83,349 | $25,000 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $49,019 | $28,000 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor | $47,650 | $27,000 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor | $46,478 | $27,000 |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Bachelor | $44,468 | |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Certificate | $44,170 | |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor | $42,682 | |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor | $41,441 | $27,000 |
| Health and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor | $34,856 | $27,000 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor | $28,598 | $27,000 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor | $28,598 | $27,000 |
| Sociology. | Bachelor | $25,194 | |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor | $21,508 | |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor | $20,140 | $27,000 |
Outcomes Overview
Linfield graduates earn a median salary of $78,638 ten years out, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 32% with typical debt loads of $25,000. Monthly loan payments of $265 represent roughly 4% of gross income for median earners. The 98% employment rate reflects strong career outcomes, though the liberal arts focus means graduates spread across diverse fields rather than concentrating in high-paying specialties like engineering or finance. The $52,100 mean earnings after six years suggests some graduates struggle initially, typical for liberal arts colleges. With 80% of students taking federal loans but reasonable payment burdens, Linfield delivers an average return on investment for students seeking broad-based education over immediate earning potential.