Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 55.5%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 56.0%
- Retention Rate
- 68.8%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $59,572
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $25,500
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 11:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 64.2%
- 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. | Master | $101,701 | $26,500 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master | $66,915 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $63,826 | $26,793 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $58,303 | $31,800 |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods. | Master | $57,318 | |
| Education, General. | Master | $47,260 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $45,584 | $24,811 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor | $39,153 | |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor | $37,424 | |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor | $35,060 | |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor | $32,094 | $25,041 |
| Health and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor | $30,228 | $25,990 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor | $29,685 | |
| History. | Bachelor | $26,896 | |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor | $24,421 | $25,500 |
Outcomes Overview
North Park graduates enter the workforce with a median debt of $25,500 and earn $59,572 ten years post-graduation. Monthly loan payments of $270 consume about 5.4% of typical graduate income, well below the concerning 10% threshold financial experts recommend. The employment rate of 95.8% reflects strong career preparation, particularly for students entering education, social work, and business fields where the university's Christian mission resonates with employers. Many graduates leverage Chicago's diverse job market in healthcare, nonprofits, and corporate sectors. With debt levels manageable relative to earning potential and nearly universal employment, North Park delivers a strong return on investment for students seeking career-focused education with values-based training.