Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 83.3%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 81.6%
- Retention Rate
- 91.2%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $66,651
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $21,761
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 11:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 83.9%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $231/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science. | Bachelor | $61,516 | $25,982 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master | $58,221 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $48,667 | $21,920 |
| Economics. | Bachelor | $46,087 | $19,500 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor | $43,128 | $26,500 |
| Anthropology. | Bachelor | $37,208 | |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor | $33,993 | |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor | $30,119 | $21,545 |
| History. | Bachelor | $29,685 | $23,104 |
| Neurobiology and Neurosciences. | Bachelor | $26,739 | $19,500 |
| International Relations and National Security Studies. | Bachelor | $24,035 | $22,072 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor | $23,649 | $24,589 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor | $21,234 | $22,810 |
Outcomes Overview
Rhodes graduates earn a median of $66,651 ten years after graduation, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 33% with typical debt loads of $21,761. Monthly loan payments of $231 consume about 4% of median income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The college's strong alumni network in Memphis and beyond helps explain the impressive 94.5% employment rate. Rhodes graduates commonly enter finance, healthcare, education, and nonprofit sectors, with many pursuing graduate school given the liberal arts foundation. The Presbyterian-affiliated college's emphasis on service learning and internships provides practical experience beyond the Gothic Revival campus. This represents a strong return on investment for a small liberal arts education.