Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 63.2%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 62.8%
- Retention Rate
- 72.8%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $51,642
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $23,250
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 10:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 61.8%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $246/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $62,260 | $41,000 |
| Law. | Master | $61,020 | |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master | $56,867 | |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master | $54,751 | $20,500 |
| Law. | Doctoral | $54,371 | $142,533 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor | $48,667 | $24,990 |
| Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations. | Bachelor | $44,776 | |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor | $42,012 | $26,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $39,009 | $21,500 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor | $37,748 | $24,750 |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Master | $37,208 | $66,500 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $36,674 | $21,875 |
| Health and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor | $36,312 | $25,000 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor | $32,569 | $23,750 |
| Sociology. | Bachelor | $29,685 |
Outcomes Overview
Stetson graduates face a monthly loan payment of $246 on median debt of $23,250. With median earnings of $51,642 ten years out, the debt-to-earnings ratio sits at a reasonable 45%. Monthly payments consume about 5.7% of gross income, well below the concerning 10% threshold. The university's strong music and business programs typically feed graduates into education, finance, and arts management roles. Nearly all graduates find employment within a year of graduation, with a 93.1% employment rate. Liberal arts colleges often struggle with post-graduation outcomes, but Stetson's focused programs and small class sizes help students build practical skills. The return on investment is average for a private liberal arts institution.