Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 93.1%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 92.6%
- Retention Rate
- 93.6%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $76,310
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $13,857
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 9:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 87.7%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $147/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economics. | Bachelor | $75,518 | $19,500 |
| International Relations and National Security Studies. | Master | $60,523 | $74,123 |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor | $58,673 | $13,500 |
| Public Administration. | Master | $56,544 | $80,881 |
| International Relations and National Security Studies. | Bachelor | $55,964 | |
| International Business. | Master | $55,512 | |
| Linguistic, Comparative, and Related Language Studies and Services. | Master | $52,941 | $76,938 |
| Education, Other. | Master | $46,869 | $66,117 |
| Area Studies. | Bachelor | $44,091 | $11,593 |
| Teaching English or French as a Second or Foreign Language. | Master | $43,798 | |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor | $42,682 | $17,256 |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor | $42,188 | $13,000 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor | $41,025 | $18,297 |
| Sociology. | Bachelor | $41,007 | |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Master | $40,485 | $77,000 |
Outcomes Overview
Middlebury graduates earn a median salary of $76,310 six years after graduation with typical debt of just $13,857. That debt-to-earnings ratio of 18% ranks among the best for top liberal arts colleges. Monthly loan payments of $147 consume only 2.3% of typical graduate income. The 87.66% loan repayment rate reflects strong financial outcomes. Middlebury's language programs and environmental studies feed into competitive consulting, finance, and nonprofit sectors where starting salaries often exceed national averages. The college's alumni network opens doors at top firms and graduate schools. With 93% of graduates employed and relatively modest debt loads despite the $84,880 sticker price, Middlebury delivers a strong return on investment.