Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 26.1%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 25.7%
- Retention Rate
- 55.6%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $32,627
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $31,217
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 12:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 15.0%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $331/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $29,141 | |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor | $24,679 | $32,041 |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Bachelor | $20,140 | |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor | $19,683 | |
| Social Work. | Bachelor | $19,227 |
Outcomes Overview
Miles College graduates face financial challenges after earning their degrees. The median debt of $31,217 creates a debt-to-earnings ratio of nearly 1:1 against median earnings of $32,627. Monthly loan payments of $331 consume about 12% of graduates' gross income, well above the recommended 10% threshold. The 15% loan repayment rate signals widespread difficulty managing debt obligations. Many graduates enter education and social services fields that offer meaningful work but modest compensation. The Christian Methodist Episcopal tradition emphasizes service over profit, which aligns with career choices but limits earning potential. Given the debt burden relative to earning outcomes, Miles College represents a weak return on investment from a purely financial perspective.