Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 34.5%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 36.9%
- Retention Rate
- 56.4%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $45,799
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $19,750
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 17:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 42.7%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $209/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Doctoral | $86,424 | $67,279 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $63,600 | $41,000 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Master | $61,516 | $41,000 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master | $59,921 | $30,750 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Master | $57,705 | $23,349 |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods. | Bachelor | $56,234 | $22,507 |
| Curriculum and Instruction. | Master | $54,238 | $21,555 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master | $53,017 | $41,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master | $50,887 | $28,041 |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Bachelor | $48,667 | |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Master | $46,673 | $41,000 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Bachelor | $45,696 | $25,000 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master | $44,595 | $45,757 |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Master | $43,798 | $35,566 |
| Criminology. | Bachelor | $42,682 | $21,036 |
Outcomes Overview
National Louis graduates enter the workforce with a median debt of $19,750 and earn $45,799 ten years after graduation. Monthly loan payments of $209 consume about 5.5% of typical graduate income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The debt-to-income ratio of 0.43 reflects reasonable borrowing relative to earning potential. Many graduates pursue careers in education and social services, fields that prioritize public service over high salaries. The 94.6% employment rate demonstrates strong job placement despite the university's focus on traditionally lower-paying sectors. While earnings lag behind national averages for college graduates, the manageable debt load and high employment rate create an average return on investment for students committed to education and helping professions.