Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 58.7%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 60.6%
- Retention Rate
- 69.6%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $48,179
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $26,396
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 12:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 65.6%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $280/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. | Master | $169,592 | $88,791 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $56,641 | $27,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor | $41,937 | |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor | $41,565 | $27,000 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $39,909 | |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor | $39,729 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $37,208 | $22,000 |
Outcomes Overview
Mount Marty graduates enter the workforce with a median debt of $26,396, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.55 against their $48,179 median salary. Monthly loan payments of $280 consume about 7% of gross income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The strong 98.8% employment rate reflects the university's focus on high-demand fields like nursing and education, where job placement is typically reliable in rural and small-town markets. Graduates earn slightly above the national median for similar-sized private colleges. The combination of moderate debt loads, strong employment outcomes, and career preparation in essential services sectors creates a strong return on investment for students seeking stable, community-focused careers.