Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 70.0%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 72.1%
- Retention Rate
- 84.3%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $75,584
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $27,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 14:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 78.2%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $286/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master | $62,508 | $20,500 |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods. | Master | $47,260 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $44,327 | $27,000 |
| Education, General. | Master | $43,160 | $24,731 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor | $38,289 | $25,783 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Master | $36,312 | $20,500 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor | $36,141 | $27,000 |
| Physiology, Pathology and Related Sciences. | Bachelor | $35,600 | |
| Education, General. | Bachelor | $29,685 | $27,000 |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Bachelor | $28,816 | $26,000 |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor | $25,194 | $25,197 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor | $25,194 | $27,000 |
Outcomes Overview
Merrimack graduates earn a median of $75,584 ten years after graduation, while carrying typical debt loads of $27,000. The monthly loan payment of $286 represents just 4.6% of median income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The 78% loan repayment rate suggests most graduates manage their debt successfully. Strong business and engineering programs feed graduates into consulting, finance, and healthcare sectors around Boston. The 96% employment rate reflects Merrimack's practical focus and regional employer connections. With a debt-to-income ratio of 0.36 compared to the national average of 0.50 for private colleges, Merrimack delivers a strong return on investment for career-focused students.