Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 84.2%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 83.2%
- Retention Rate
- 89.6%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $73,371
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $27,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 11:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 83.6%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $286/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science. | Bachelor | $75,518 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $68,858 | $27,000 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor | $53,775 | $27,000 |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Bachelor | $49,019 | $27,000 |
| Criminology. | Bachelor | $45,696 | $27,000 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor | $44,542 | $27,000 |
| History. | Bachelor | $39,729 | $25,085 |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor | $39,369 | |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor | $39,369 | $27,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor | $38,649 | $27,000 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor | $38,289 | $27,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor | $36,848 | $27,000 |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor | $36,668 | $26,000 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor | $33,459 | $27,000 |
| Biological and Physical Sciences. | Bachelor | $29,685 | $27,000 |
Outcomes Overview
Saint Anselm graduates enter the workforce with a median debt of $27,000, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 37% based on their $73,371 median earnings after ten years. Monthly loan payments of $286 represent just 4.6% of typical graduate income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The college's 98.7% employment rate reflects strong career services and alumni networks that help Hawks land positions in business, healthcare, and education throughout New England. With 83.6% of borrowers successfully repaying their loans, graduates demonstrate solid earning power. The combination of reasonable debt loads and strong post-graduation outcomes makes Saint Anselm a strong return on investment for students seeking a liberal arts education.