Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 59.2%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 59.6%
- Retention Rate
- 70.8%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $45,856
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $27,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 12:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 52.5%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $286/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor | $69,338 | |
| Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor | $67,101 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $57,735 | $35,228 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Bachelor | $56,415 | |
| Intelligence, Command Control and Information Operations. | Master | $52,107 | |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Bachelor | $44,942 | |
| Journalism. | Master | $44,590 | |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master | $42,682 | |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $42,682 | |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Master | $41,565 | |
| Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other. | Master | $41,193 | |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication. | Bachelor | $40,017 | $27,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $38,878 | $27,489 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor | $36,488 | $26,750 |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services, Other. | Bachelor | $35,600 |
Outcomes Overview
Graduates leave with a median debt of $27,000, creating monthly payments of $286 that consume about 7.5% of their typical starting income. The 96.5% employment rate reflects strong industry connections, particularly in Pittsburgh's thriving arts scene. Many alumni enter entertainment, media, and creative industries where early-career earnings often start lower but can grow . The debt-to-income ratio of 0.59 sits near the national average of 0.6 for private universities. Zachary Quinto and Marc Cuban represent the spectrum of career paths possible. While 52.5% of graduates successfully repay loans on schedule, the specialized nature of performing arts careers means income varies widely. Point Park offers an average return on investment for creative fields.