Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 29.7%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 24.7%
- Retention Rate
- 38.5%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $46,236
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $27,688
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 13:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 16.4%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $294/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master | $59,417 | $41,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $54,622 | $50,786 |
| Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other. | Master | $41,205 | $52,638 |
| Community Organization and Advocacy. | Bachelor | $35,416 | $42,500 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Bachelor | $33,993 | $26,250 |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Bachelor | $29,685 | $31,500 |
Outcomes Overview
Graduates leave Metropolitan College with a median debt of $27,688 and earn $46,236 ten years later, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 60%. Monthly loan payments of $294 consume about 7.6% of typical graduate income, which is manageable but not ideal. The college's focus on business and public administration sends many graduates into nonprofit work, social services, and mid-level management roles in New York's service economy. However, the 16.36% loan repayment rate signals that many students struggle to pay back their loans on schedule. While 87.4% of graduates find employment, the combination of moderate earnings and concerning repayment rates suggests a weak return on investment for most students.