Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 71.3%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 70.2%
- Retention Rate
- 80.7%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $56,196
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $25,475
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 10:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 72.3%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $270/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 | $69,854 | $26,211 |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Master | $54,644 | $28,641 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master | $53,497 | $20,500 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master | $46,478 | $34,325 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $41,007 | $23,658 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Master | $40,813 | |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Master | $39,369 | |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor | $37,208 | $24,250 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $36,848 | $19,750 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor | $34,526 | |
| Hospitality Administration/Management. | Bachelor | $32,925 | $25,093 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Master | $32,569 | |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor | $28,960 | |
| Marketing. | Bachelor | $28,598 | $25,280 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor | $28,055 |
Outcomes Overview
Niagara graduates earn a median of $56,196 ten years after graduation. With typical debt of $25,475, graduates face a debt-to-earnings ratio of 45%, which sits in the healthy range. Monthly loan payments of $270 consume about 6% of median income, making repayment manageable for most. The university's strong business and education programs feed graduates into stable career paths in corporate roles and teaching. An impressive 98.2% employment rate shows the Purple Eagles' network delivers job opportunities. While starting salaries average $45,413, the steady climb to mid-50s earnings within a decade represents solid career progression. This translates to an average return on investment for most graduates.