Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 68.8%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 69.9%
- Retention Rate
- 82.9%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $58,289
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $26,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 12:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 82.9%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $276/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $51,607 | |
| Marketing. | Bachelor | $43,240 | $27,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $40,737 | $26,510 |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor | $40,188 | |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor | $37,208 | |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication. | Bachelor | $36,437 | $26,290 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor | $34,847 | $25,587 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor | $33,993 | $20,876 |
| Health and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor | $32,925 | $27,000 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor | $29,685 | $27,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor | $26,739 | $26,173 |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies. | Bachelor | $20,140 |
Outcomes Overview
Loras graduates earn a median of $58,289 ten years after graduation, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 45% with typical debt of $26,000. Monthly loan payments of $276 consume about 5.7% of gross income, which falls below the recommended 10% threshold. The college's 83% loan repayment rate suggests most graduates can manage their debt obligations. With a 98% employment rate, Loras successfully connects students to careers in education, business, and healthcare sectors where Catholic liberal arts values align well. The American Rivers Conference alumni network particularly helps graduates find opportunities throughout the Midwest. Given the manageable debt burden and strong employment outcomes, Loras offers an average return on investment for students seeking a faith-based education.