Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 58.5%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 57.1%
- Retention Rate
- 73.3%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $62,092
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $22,500
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 10:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 66.3%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $239/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. | Bachelor | $66,045 | |
| Civil Engineering. | Bachelor | $60,623 | $23,500 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $58,221 | |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor | $57,995 | $27,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master | $55,964 | $50,086 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $47,118 | |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master | $46,087 | $82,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor | $44,077 | |
| Social Work. | Bachelor | $40,896 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $38,048 | $23,500 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor | $31,305 | |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor | $30,771 | $21,825 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor | $28,055 | $22,500 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor | $26,121 | |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor | $23,351 |
Outcomes Overview
Saint Martin's graduates earn a median of $62,092 ten years after graduation, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 36% with typical debt loads of $22,500. Monthly loan payments of $239 represent about 4.6% of median income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The 92.8% employment rate reflects strong job placement in the Pacific Northwest's growing healthcare, education, and business sectors. Many graduates enter nursing, engineering, and social services careers that offer stable middle-class incomes. The university's Catholic mission and small-town location create tight alumni networks that help with job placement. Despite the high sticker price, Saint Martin's delivers a strong return on investment for students seeking practical career preparation.