Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 44.0%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 50.0%
- Retention Rate
- 53.9%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $67,548
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $25,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 16:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 49.8%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $265/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Master | $84,653 | $40,950 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $84,367 | $33,928 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master | $83,505 | $23,388 |
| Construction Engineering. | Bachelor | $82,440 | |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Bachelor | $81,333 | |
| Manufacturing Engineering. | Bachelor | $78,343 | |
| Public Administration. | Master | $75,989 | $33,712 |
| Public Administration. | Bachelor | $74,576 | $29,181 |
| International Business. | Master | $73,949 | |
| Management Information Systems and Services. | Master | $73,949 | $20,500 |
| Management Information Systems and Services. | Bachelor | $73,949 | $28,687 |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor | $72,899 | $31,812 |
| Computer Science. | Master | $71,575 | $37,950 |
| Educational/Instructional Media Design. | Master | $66,821 | $23,284 |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Master | $65,657 | $36,708 |
Outcomes Overview
National University graduates earn a median of $67,548 ten years after graduation, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 37%. Monthly loan payments of $265 consume about 4.7% of typical graduate income. The school's strong healthcare and education programs funnel many alumni into nursing, teaching, and social services careers. An employment rate of 93.7% shows graduates find work quickly after finishing their degrees. However, the 50% loan repayment rate suggests many struggle with debt obligations despite finding jobs. The relatively low median debt of $25,000 helps offset modest starting salaries. For students targeting stable careers in helping professions, National University delivers an average return on investment.