Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 60.1%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 59.8%
- Retention Rate
- 75.5%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $67,506
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $26,889
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 15:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 70.0%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $285/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business/Managerial Economics. | Master | $97,071 | |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Master | $87,973 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $83,388 | $42,540 |
| Marketing. | Master | $76,460 | |
| Taxation. | Master | $74,576 | $20,500 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Master | $69,338 | $41,162 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master | $67,273 | $40,539 |
| Public Administration. | Master | $62,260 | $41,000 |
| Law. | Doctoral | $59,253 | $113,386 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor | $52,941 | $27,000 |
| Information Science/Studies. | Bachelor | $52,107 | $25,982 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $50,105 | $27,000 |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Certificate | $48,823 | |
| Economics. | Bachelor | $48,432 | |
| Marketing. | Bachelor | $47,129 | $27,000 |
Outcomes Overview
Suffolk graduates earn a median of $67,506 ten years after graduation, putting them in solid financial territory for a Boston-based degree. The typical monthly loan payment of $285 represents about 5% of median income, which falls within manageable ranges. With median debt of $26,889, graduates face a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.40, indicating reasonable borrowing relative to earning potential. Suffolk's downtown Boston location opens doors to finance, government, and nonprofit sectors where alumni frequently land. The law school pipeline also creates higher-earning pathways for some students. A 93.5% employment rate demonstrates strong job market outcomes. Given the urban premium and career access, Suffolk offers an average return on investment.