Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 45.2%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 46.0%
- Retention Rate
- 75.4%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $42,968
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $28,250
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 16:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 24.8%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $299/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 | $63,705 | $31,000 |
| Information Science/Studies. | Master | $57,318 | $53,309 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master | $53,984 | $55,965 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Master | $51,607 | $57,887 |
| Law. | Doctoral | $45,427 | $117,597 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $44,384 | $59,393 |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services. | Master | $43,798 | $80,750 |
| Public Administration. | Master | $43,128 | $62,084 |
| Social Work. | Master | $42,522 | $44,062 |
| Computer Programming. | Bachelor | $41,205 | |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Master | $41,193 | $86,964 |
| Library Science and Administration. | Master | $39,369 | $40,625 |
| Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration. | Bachelor | $39,369 | $22,355 |
| Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General. | Master | $39,009 | $64,318 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor | $38,829 | $27,000 |
Outcomes Overview
NCCU graduates face a challenging financial reality despite strong employment prospects. With 95.6% finding jobs after graduation, the employment rate exceeds national averages for HBCUs. However, the typical graduate carries $28,250 in debt while earning a median salary of $35,242 in their first year. Monthly loan payments of $299 consume about 10% of gross income, which is manageable but significant. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.8 is reasonable compared to many universities. Many graduates enter education, healthcare, business, and public service roles where NCCU's HBCU network provides strong connections. Earnings grow to $46,355 by year five, improving the financial picture. Overall, NCCU offers an average return on investment with solid long-term earning potential.