Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 70.1%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 67.6%
- Retention Rate
- 83.6%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $48,036
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $26,250
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 11:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 55.0%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $278/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Master | $114,595 | $110,127 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Doctoral | $68,858 | $41,000 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Master | $54,948 | $51,250 |
| Social Work. | Master | $51,794 | $61,500 |
| Education, General. | Master | $50,606 | $28,856 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $46,478 | $26,839 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $45,696 | |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Master | $44,747 | $23,818 |
| Health and Physical Education/Fitness. | Master | $41,937 | $41,000 |
| Community Organization and Advocacy. | Master | $40,945 | $41,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Master | $39,909 | |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor | $36,141 | $24,250 |
| Community Organization and Advocacy. | Bachelor | $34,586 | $23,302 |
| Health and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor | $32,925 | $27,000 |
| Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other. | Bachelor | $30,771 | $27,000 |
Outcomes Overview
Springfield graduates typically enter fitness, recreation, and sports management careers, reflected in the median earnings of $48,036 ten years after graduation. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.55 indicates manageable financial burden compared to many private colleges. Monthly loan payments of $278 consume about 7% of typical graduate income, below the recommended 10% threshold. The 96.7% employment rate demonstrates strong job market demand for Springfield's specialized programs. However, graduates in recreation and fitness fields often start with lower salaries that grow gradually over time. The loan repayment rate of 55% suggests some graduates struggle with payments despite high employment. For students committed to careers in athletics, recreation, or physical education, Springfield offers an average return on investment.