Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 54.5%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 52.8%
- Retention Rate
- 69.4%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $55,494
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $26,028
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 12:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 73.8%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $276/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $58,479 | $27,726 |
| Education, Other. | Master | $55,806 | $7,400 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master | $52,843 | $5,639 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor | $40,728 | $25,875 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor | $40,179 | $28,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $39,523 | $27,000 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor | $38,906 | $26,478 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Bachelor | $28,019 | |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Bachelor | $27,669 | |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor | $25,194 |
Outcomes Overview
Morningside graduates earn a median salary of $55,494 ten years after graduation, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 47%. Monthly loan payments of $276 consume about 6% of typical graduate income, which is manageable compared to the national average of 10-15%. The university's strong education and music programs often lead graduates into teaching, arts administration, and nonprofit work. These fields typically offer stable employment but modest starting salaries. With 98.7% of graduates finding employment and a 73.77% loan repayment rate, most students successfully transition to careers. However, the 52.80% six-year graduation rate means many students don't complete their degrees. For students who graduate, Morningside offers an average return on investment.