Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 49.2%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 47.4%
- Retention Rate
- 71.3%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $57,304
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $26,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 15:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 68.5%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $276/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master | $73,949 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $67,324 | $27,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $60,771 | $31,326 |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor | $57,995 | $27,000 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor | $53,358 | |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $51,273 | $27,000 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor | $47,729 | $25,995 |
| Curriculum and Instruction. | Master | $47,260 | |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master | $45,919 | |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master | $44,170 | |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor | $42,682 | $27,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $41,565 | $27,000 |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Bachelor | $40,209 | $27,000 |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services. | Master | $39,909 | |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor | $39,729 | $27,000 |
Outcomes Overview
Plymouth State graduates enter the workforce with $26,000 in median debt, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.46. Monthly loan payments of $276 consume about 5.8% of typical graduate income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The 98% employment rate reflects strong regional demand for graduates. Ten years out, median earnings reach $57,304, indicating solid career progression from the $40,257 starting salary. Many graduates find work in New Hampshire's tourism, healthcare, and education sectors. The university's teacher preparation and outdoor recreation programs feed into stable local industries. Despite the modest 47% six-year graduation rate, completers see reasonable financial returns. This represents an average return on investment for students who finish their degrees.