Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 58.5%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 60.1%
- Retention Rate
- 69.6%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $51,110
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $27,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 10:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 66.1%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $286/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $36,560 | $25,045 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor | $35,594 | |
| Health and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor | $31,708 | $24,625 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor | $29,685 | $27,000 |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication. | Bachelor | $28,960 | |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor | $27,497 | |
| History. | Bachelor | $25,194 | |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor | $23,351 |
Outcomes Overview
Monmouth graduates carry a median debt of $27,000, which represents about 53% of their first-year earnings of $51,110. Monthly loan payments of $286 consume roughly 10% of typical starting salaries. The college's strong teacher education program feeds graduates into education careers, where starting salaries often lag behind other fields but offer long-term stability. Employment rates reach 96.8%, suggesting most graduates find work quickly after completing their degrees. The debt-to-income ratio sits below the concerning 60% threshold that financial experts warn against. While earnings growth appears modest in the early career years, the combination of manageable debt levels and high employment rates creates an average return on investment for most Fighting Scots graduates.