Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 23.7%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 20.7%
- Retention Rate
- 81.9%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $63,435
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $25,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 12:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 67.9%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $265/mo
Outcomes Overview
Penn State Schuylkill graduates earn a median of $63,435 after ten years, which creates a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio since most leave with $25,000 in loans. Monthly payments of $265 represent about 5% of typical graduate income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The 95.7% employment rate reflects strong job placement, though many graduates transfer to complete their degrees at other Penn State campuses rather than entering the workforce directly. Alumni often find work in healthcare, business, and technical fields throughout Pennsylvania's industrial regions. With relatively low debt loads and solid earning potential, Penn State Schuylkill delivers an average return on investment for students who complete their programs.