Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 50.0%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 44.4%
- Retention Rate
- 87.5%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $46,543
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $24,254
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 3:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 79.1%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $257/mo
Outcomes Overview
Longy graduates earn a median of $46,543 ten years after graduation, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 52% based on the typical $24,254 in student loans. Monthly loan payments of $257 consume about 6.6% of gross income, which is manageable compared to the recommended 10% threshold. The school's 88.2% employment rate reflects strong job placement in music education, performance, and community arts programs. Many alumni work as private music teachers, ensemble musicians, or in El Sistema-inspired community programs. The relatively low debt load helps offset modest starting salaries typical in music careers. Given the specialized training and reasonable debt burden, Longy offers an average return on investment for dedicated music professionals.