Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 74.0%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 72.1%
- Retention Rate
- 85.1%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $59,982
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $27,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 10:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 77.6%
- 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 | $167,642 | $117,526 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor | $52,107 | $26,879 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor | $50,856 | $26,797 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $45,696 | |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor | $44,091 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $38,289 | $27,000 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor | $36,852 | $27,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor | $36,848 | $27,000 |
| Criminology. | Bachelor | $35,594 | $27,000 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor | $33,138 | $27,000 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor | $32,569 | $27,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor | $29,141 | $27,000 |
| Sociology. | Bachelor | $23,649 |
Outcomes Overview
Saint Vincent graduates earn a median of $59,982 ten years after graduation, putting them ahead of many liberal arts college peers. With typical debt of $27,000, graduates face a reasonable debt-to-earnings ratio of 45%, well below the concerning 70% threshold. Monthly loan payments of $286 represent about 5.7% of median income, making repayment manageable for most graduates. The college's strong business and health sciences programs funnel graduates into stable career paths in healthcare, finance, and management roles throughout western Pennsylvania. A 96.6% employment rate reflects the practical nature of Saint Vincent's curriculum and solid alumni network. This represents a strong return on investment for students seeking Catholic liberal arts education with clear career outcomes.