Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 39.3%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 36.6%
- Retention Rate
- 69.3%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $49,737
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $27,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 14:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 46.5%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $286/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 | $61,859 | $25,000 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master | $48,432 | $50,685 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $46,087 | $26,500 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor | $35,330 | |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor | $33,993 | $27,334 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Bachelor | $33,459 | $30,750 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor | $30,771 | |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor | $29,250 | |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor | $29,141 | |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor | $28,960 | $28,250 |
| Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other. | Bachelor | $28,598 | $27,000 |
Outcomes Overview
Notre Dame College graduates carry a median debt of $27,000, which equals about 54% of their first-year earnings of $49,737. Monthly loan payments of $286 consume roughly 8.7% of graduates' income, slightly above the recommended 8% threshold. The 95% employment rate shows strong job placement success. Many graduates enter nursing and education fields, which offer stable employment but moderate starting salaries. Earnings grow to $54,990 after five years, improving the debt-to-income picture over time. However, the 46% loan repayment rate indicates some graduates struggle with payments. Given the reasonable debt load, high employment rate, and career-focused programs in growing fields, Notre Dame offers an average return on investment.