Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 67.1%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 66.6%
- Retention Rate
- 78.7%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $70,266
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $26,940
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 12:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 78.9%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $286/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Construction Management. | Bachelor | $68,618 | $25,745 |
| Civil Engineering. | Bachelor | $64,493 | |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor | $63,749 | $27,000 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $62,154 | $26,121 |
| Law. | Doctoral | $53,219 | $122,459 |
| Architecture. | Master | $52,941 | $61,236 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor | $51,607 | $24,500 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $48,600 | $21,500 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor | $45,383 | $26,293 |
| Architecture. | Bachelor | $45,221 | $27,000 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor | $45,175 | $26,000 |
| Legal Support Services. | Bachelor | $44,170 | |
| International Relations and National Security Studies. | Bachelor | $41,565 | |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master | $41,565 | $60,331 |
| Graphic Communications. | Bachelor | $39,369 |
Outcomes Overview
Graduates earn a median of $70,266 ten years after leaving campus, putting their debt-to-earnings ratio at a reasonable 38%. Monthly loan payments of $286 consume about 4.9% of typical graduate income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The 95.9% employment rate reflects strong career services and the university's connections to New England's maritime, construction, and business sectors. Architecture graduates often find work at regional firms, while business majors enter finance and consulting roles in Boston and Providence. The loan repayment rate of 78.94% shows most graduates can handle their financial obligations. With moderate debt levels and solid earning potential, Roger Williams offers an average return on investment for most students.