Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 58.2%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 58.7%
- Retention Rate
- 76.2%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $52,248
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $26,956
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 14:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 68.4%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $286/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master | $99,817 | $39,441 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $66,787 | $26,200 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate | $61,516 | $23,557 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $59,417 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $43,426 | $26,147 |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Master | $41,937 | |
| Education, Other. | Master | $41,565 | |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master | $38,721 | |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services. | Master | $37,208 | $40,440 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Master | $36,141 | |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor | $34,704 | |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor | $33,993 | $26,200 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor | $33,138 | $26,000 |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Bachelor | $28,598 | |
| Marketing. | Bachelor | $28,019 |
Outcomes Overview
Rivier graduates enter the workforce with a median debt of $26,956 and earn $52,248 ten years after graduation. This creates a debt-to-earnings ratio of 52%, which sits in the manageable range. Monthly loan payments of $286 consume about 6.6% of typical graduate income. The university's Catholic mission and strong nursing and education programs funnel many graduates into healthcare and teaching roles, which offer stable employment despite modest starting salaries. The 97.4% employment rate reflects solid career preparation. While the 58.7% six-year graduation rate suggests some students struggle to finish, those who complete their degrees find reasonable financial outcomes. Rivier delivers an average return on investment.