Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 67.3%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 67.4%
- Retention Rate
- 77.4%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $52,927
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $26,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 13:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 65.1%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $276/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. | Master | $91,078 | $51,250 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Master | $58,221 | |
| Law. | Doctoral | $43,000 | $151,551 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor | $40,485 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $35,060 | $27,000 |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication. | Bachelor | $25,774 | $24,735 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor | $25,194 | $27,000 |
| Research and Experimental Psychology. | Bachelor | $24,035 | |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor | $21,052 | $25,898 |
| Arts, Entertainment,and Media Management. | Bachelor | $14,442 | $26,947 |
Outcomes Overview
Loyola graduates earn a median of $52,927 ten years after graduation, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 49%. Monthly loan payments of $276 represent about 6% of typical graduate income. The university's strong alumni network in New Orleans helps explain the 92.3% employment rate. Many graduates enter fields like music, education, and business, building on Loyola's liberal arts foundation and well-known music program. The Jesuit emphasis on service often leads students toward nonprofit work and community-focused careers. While starting salaries average $28,735, the steady income growth and relatively low debt burden compared to the $63,540 total cost make this an average return on investment for a private Catholic university.