Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 48.7%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 48.7%
- Retention Rate
- 73.9%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $53,787
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $20,948
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 12:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 59.2%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $222/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 | $80,779 | $40,341 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $68,858 | $16,750 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master | $58,673 | $32,909 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $42,682 | $18,750 |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Master | $42,235 | |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor | $35,559 | $25,000 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor | $33,993 | |
| Social Work. | Bachelor | $32,925 | $28,021 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor | $29,685 | |
| Health and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor | $24,615 | $23,500 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor | $22,771 |
Outcomes Overview
Graduates typically earn $53,787 ten years after leaving, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 39% with median debt at $20,948. Monthly loan payments of $222 consume about 5% of gross income for typical graduates. The 97.1% employment rate reflects strong job placement in education, healthcare, and business sectors where LCU's Christian focus provides networking advantages. However, the loan repayment rate of 59.18% suggests some graduates struggle with payments despite relatively modest debt loads. The four-year graduation rate of 48.73% means many students accumulate additional debt through extended enrollment. Given the moderate earnings potential and manageable debt levels, LCU offers an average return on investment.