Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 68.0%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 67.4%
- Retention Rate
- 80.3%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $61,515
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $21,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 13:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 68.4%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $223/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor | $74,576 | $24,313 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $63,267 | $21,500 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor | $58,221 | $22,000 |
| Information Science/Studies. | Bachelor | $57,564 | $23,000 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $56,931 | $23,036 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Bachelor | $54,296 | $30,208 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $53,537 | $20,250 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Bachelor | $53,358 | |
| Economics. | Bachelor | $48,823 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $48,112 | $20,000 |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Master | $47,260 | |
| Education, General. | Master | $46,321 | |
| Physics. | Bachelor | $46,087 | $20,325 |
| Social Work. | Master | $45,500 | $29,730 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor | $44,567 | $20,500 |
Outcomes Overview
Salisbury graduates enter the workforce with a median debt of $21,000, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 34% against their $61,515 median salary after ten years. Monthly loan payments of $223 represent just 4% of typical graduate income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The university's strong business, education, and health programs feed into stable career paths with consistent earning potential. With a 96.1% employment rate and graduates earning $60,422 within five years, the financial outlook remains positive. The affordable in-state tuition of $10,638 keeps debt loads reasonable compared to many public universities. This represents a strong return on investment for Maryland students seeking practical career preparation.