Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 26.7%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 24.4%
- Retention Rate
- 76.7%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $63,435
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $25,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 9:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 67.9%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $265/mo
Outcomes Overview
Penn State New Kensington graduates earn a median of $63,435 ten years after graduation, which puts their debt-to-earnings ratio at a reasonable 39%. With monthly loan payments of $265, graduates spend about 5% of their income on student debt, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The 95.7% employment rate shows strong job placement, typical for Penn State's network in Pennsylvania's manufacturing and business sectors. However, the concerning 24.4% six-year graduation rate means many students never reach these positive outcomes. For those who do complete their degrees, the financial picture looks solid with manageable debt loads and decent earning potential. This represents an average return on investment.