Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 62.6%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 67.0%
- Retention Rate
- 65.0%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $69,731
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $17,500
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 13:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 72.5%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $186/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 | $67,180 | $19,500 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate | $58,931 | $16,969 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Certificate | $53,358 | |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $50,856 | $12,000 |
Outcomes Overview
Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences graduates enter a job market hungry for healthcare workers, with 99.5% finding employment. The typical graduate earns $69,731 within ten years while carrying $17,500 in debt. Monthly loan payments of $186 consume just 3.2% of median income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. Nearly all graduates land positions in hospitals, clinics, and healthcare facilities across Pennsylvania's growing medical sector. The 96.49% in-state enrollment rate reflects strong regional job placement. With healthcare salaries rising and relatively low debt loads, graduates see their investments pay off quickly. This represents a strong return on investment for students committed to health sciences careers.