Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 44.3%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 44.8%
- Retention Rate
- 76.2%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $46,482
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $22,113
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 20:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 66.6%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $234/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 | $92,712 | $39,290 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $61,728 | $21,450 |
| Quality Control and Safety Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor | $61,516 | $21,500 |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor | $56,776 | |
| Engineering Technology, General. | Bachelor | $52,107 | $26,500 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $51,106 | $17,851 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master | $49,696 | $21,201 |
| Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor | $48,823 | $19,500 |
| Education, Other. | Master | $46,321 | |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $43,798 | $19,650 |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication. | Master | $42,682 | |
| History. | Master | $42,682 | |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master | $41,789 | |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services. | Master | $40,500 | $33,500 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor | $39,585 | $15,438 |
Outcomes Overview
Southeastern Louisiana graduates earn a median of $46,482 ten years after graduation, creating a debt-to-income ratio of 48% with typical debt loads of $22,113. Monthly loan payments of $234 consume about 6% of gross income, which sits below the recommended 10% threshold. The university's strong teacher education programs funnel many graduates into public education careers, where salaries start modestly but offer job security and benefits. Employment rates reach 94.8%, reflecting solid job placement in the regional market. However, the 44.8% six-year graduation rate means many students don't complete their degrees. For students who finish, Southeastern offers an average return on investment with manageable debt levels and steady employment prospects.