Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 54.5%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 58.1%
- Retention Rate
- 73.4%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $57,180
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $27,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 9:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 70.5%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $286/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Master | $109,763 | $99,204 |
| Petroleum Engineering. | Bachelor | $71,575 | $27,000 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor | $36,134 | |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication. | Bachelor | $35,416 | |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor | $34,526 | |
| Journalism. | Bachelor | $29,685 |
Outcomes Overview
Marietta graduates earn a median of $57,180 ten years after graduation, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 47% based on the typical $27,000 in student loans. Monthly loan payments of $286 consume about 6% of gross income, which sits below the recommended 10% threshold. The college's strong petroleum engineering program feeds into Ohio's energy sector, where starting salaries often exceed the median. With a 97.3% employment rate, most graduates find work quickly after completing their degrees. The school's connections to Procter & Gamble and other regional employers help with job placement. Given the reasonable debt load and solid earning potential, Marietta offers an average return on investment for most students.