Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 86.7%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 87.9%
- Retention Rate
- 91.2%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $87,054
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $27,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 11:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 78.8%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $286/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master | $74,576 | |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor | $68,219 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $65,198 | $20,500 |
| Economics. | Bachelor | $64,791 | $26,000 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $62,260 | $27,000 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor | $55,964 | $27,000 |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor | $53,810 | $27,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $51,722 | $27,000 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor | $49,899 | $27,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master | $47,118 | |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor | $45,383 | |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Bachelor | $44,943 | $27,000 |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services. | Master | $44,921 | $27,985 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor | $44,649 | $27,000 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Bachelor | $44,170 | $27,000 |
Outcomes Overview
Providence College graduates earn a median salary of $87,054 ten years after graduation, placing them well above the national average for college graduates. The typical graduate carries $27,000 in debt with monthly payments of $286, representing just 3.9% of their median income. This debt-to-income ratio ranks among the strongest in New England. The 96.5% employment rate reflects the college's strong alumni network, particularly in finance, education, and healthcare sectors throughout the Northeast. Providence's Dominican emphasis on ethics and service attracts recruiters from nonprofit organizations and Catholic institutions nationwide. The combination of manageable debt and solid earning potential delivers a strong return on investment for most graduates.