Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 33.1%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 31.9%
- Retention Rate
- 75.5%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $63,435
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $25,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 11:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 67.9%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $265/mo
Outcomes Overview
Penn State Scranton graduates earn a median of $63,435 ten years after graduation, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 39% with typical debt of $25,000. Monthly loan payments of $265 consume about 5% of gross income, well below concerning thresholds. The 95.7% employment rate reflects the campus's focus on practical programs and regional employer connections. Many graduates enter healthcare, business, and technology roles in the Scranton-Wilkes-Barre area, where Penn State's brand recognition opens doors. However, the relatively modest earnings compared to flagship university graduates and the campus's limited alumni network suggest an average return on investment for most students.