Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 25.0%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 22.2%
- Retention Rate
- 77.1%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $63,435
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $25,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 14:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 67.9%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $265/mo
Outcomes Overview
Penn State Abington graduates earn a median of $63,435 ten years after graduation, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 39% with typical debt loads of $25,000. Monthly loan payments of $265 represent about 5% of gross income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The 95.7% employment rate reflects the campus's strong career preparation and Penn State's extensive alumni network. Many graduates leverage their Penn State credentials to enter business, healthcare, and technology sectors in the Philadelphia metropolitan area. While the relatively low graduation rates suggest academic challenges, those who complete their degrees or successfully transfer to University Park see solid career outcomes. This represents an average return on investment.