Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 65.7%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 66.4%
- Retention Rate
- 77.8%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $62,079
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $26,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 15:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 58.1%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $276/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 | $95,930 | $31,017 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $68,163 | $26,327 |
| Information Science/Studies. | Master | $66,821 | $37,396 |
| Legal Professions and Studies, Other. | Master | $60,523 | $41,000 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $58,479 | |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications. | Bachelor | $53,537 | $27,000 |
| Security Science and Technology. | Master | $51,273 | $41,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor | $44,040 | $26,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $42,123 | $26,000 |
| Legal Support Services. | Bachelor | $37,568 | $25,625 |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Bachelor | $37,568 | $27,000 |
| Film/Video and Photographic Arts. | Bachelor | $35,864 | $27,000 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor | $35,594 | $26,425 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor | $35,060 | $27,000 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Bachelor | $34,704 | $29,046 |
Outcomes Overview
Stevenson graduates enter the workforce with a median debt of $26,000, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.42 when compared to their $62,079 median salary after ten years. Monthly loan payments of $276 represent just 5.3% of typical graduate income. The university's career-focused approach pays dividends with a 97% employment rate. Many graduates find work in business, healthcare, education, and technology sectors where Stevenson's hands-on programs prepare them well. The combination of reasonable debt levels, strong earning potential, and strong job placement rates creates a strong return on investment for students willing to invest in practical, career-oriented education.