Magdalen College Outcomes

Magdalen College graduates face significant financial challenges after completing their degrees. With median earnings of $35,809 ten years out, graduates typically carry debt loads requiring monthly payments that consume roughly 15-20% of their gross income. This debt-to-income ratio exceeds national averages for liberal arts colleges. The 92% employment rate shows graduates find work, but the classical education focus often leads to careers in teaching, ministry, or nonprofit work rather than high-paying fields. Students drawn to the Great Books curriculum should expect modest financial returns. Given the earning potential relative to debt burden, Magdalen College represents a weak return on investment for most students.