Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 66.2%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 65.9%
- Retention Rate
- 81.5%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $53,032
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $25,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 20:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 72.6%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $265/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Doctoral | $67,660 | $76,814 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $63,749 | $14,578 |
| Quality Control and Safety Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor | $60,213 | $24,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $59,124 | $20,500 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Master | $52,289 | |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor | $52,107 | $21,500 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Master | $46,673 | $18,393 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master | $46,217 | $23,172 |
| Information Science/Studies. | Bachelor | $45,145 | $21,500 |
| Mathematics. | Master | $44,021 | |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $42,123 | $21,250 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master | $41,565 | |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor | $40,132 | $22,700 |
| Parks, Recreation and Leisure Facilities Management. | Master | $39,729 | |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Bachelor | $39,369 | $26,375 |
Outcomes Overview
Slippery Rock graduates earn a median of $53,032 ten years after graduation, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 47% based on the typical $25,000 in student loans. Monthly loan payments of $265 consume about 6% of gross income, which falls below the recommended 10% threshold. The strong education and health sciences programs feed into stable career paths with steady earning potential. An employment rate of 97.2% demonstrates solid job market success. While the earnings don't reach top levels, the manageable debt load and high employment rate create a favorable financial outcome. This represents a strong return on investment for students seeking affordable access to reliable career preparation.