Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 53.3%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 49.8%
- Retention Rate
- 65.0%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $49,131
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $25,750
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 8:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 57.9%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $273/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor | $36,848 | $24,500 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $33,719 | |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor | $30,771 | $25,000 |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Bachelor | $28,960 | |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor | $23,842 | $27,000 |
| Dance. | Bachelor | $21,403 | $26,595 |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor | $16,663 |
Outcomes Overview
Graduates earn a median of $49,131 ten years after leaving, while carrying typical debt of $25,750. Monthly loan payments of $273 consume about 6.6% of gross income, which sits below the recommended 10% threshold. The employment rate of 92.1% reflects strong job placement, though many alumni enter creative fields like theater, film, and media where starting salaries tend to be lower. The college's Manhattan location provides access to internships and entry-level positions in entertainment and communications industries. Given the debt-to-income ratio of 0.52 and the school's specialized focus on preparing students for competitive creative careers, this represents an average return on investment.