Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 81.6%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 80.2%
- Retention Rate
- 89.1%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $69,107
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $25,455
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 8:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 80.3%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $270/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor | $65,387 | $26,733 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $63,430 | $27,000 |
| Economics. | Bachelor | $54,644 | $24,298 |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor | $52,941 | $24,428 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $50,105 | $23,645 |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor | $36,848 | $27,000 |
| Dance. | Bachelor | $35,420 | $27,000 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor | $34,298 | $23,829 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor | $31,133 | $25,844 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor | $26,353 | $26,909 |
| Music. | Bachelor | $23,649 | |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor | $21,052 | $24,388 |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor | $19,749 | $27,000 |
| Neurobiology and Neurosciences. | Bachelor | $15,552 | $26,280 |
| Film/Video and Photographic Arts. | Bachelor | $15,552 |
Outcomes Overview
Muhlenberg graduates earn a median of $69,107 ten years after graduation, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 37% with typical debt of $25,455. Monthly loan payments of $270 represent just 4.7% of median income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The college's strong theatre program feeds graduates into entertainment industry careers, while liberal arts majors find success in education, nonprofit work, and business. The 94.5% employment rate reflects solid career outcomes. With 80% of borrowers successfully repaying loans and relatively modest debt loads compared to the $75,695 total attendance cost, Muhlenberg delivers a strong return on investment for students committed to liberal arts education.