Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 61.7%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 58.8%
- Retention Rate
- 71.2%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $56,403
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $21,196
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 15:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 63.5%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $225/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. | Bachelor | $71,095 | $21,375 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Certificate | $71,015 | |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Bachelor | $64,493 | |
| Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other. | Bachelor | $59,350 | |
| Management Information Systems and Services. | Bachelor | $55,512 | $22,973 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor | $50,856 | $26,500 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Master | $50,105 | $39,000 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master | $46,790 | |
| Curriculum and Instruction. | Master | $46,321 | |
| Marketing. | Bachelor | $42,363 | $19,500 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master | $41,937 | $36,344 |
| International Business. | Bachelor | $41,565 | |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor | $41,342 | $18,250 |
| Economics. | Bachelor | $41,205 | $24,596 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $41,007 | $19,500 |
Outcomes Overview
SUNY Plattsburgh graduates earn a median of $56,403 within ten years, while carrying typical debt of $21,196. This creates a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 38%, well below the concerning 40% threshold. Monthly loan payments of $225 consume about 5% of median income, leaving room for other expenses. The school's strong education programs feed graduates into teaching careers, which historically offer stable employment despite modest starting salaries. With a 95% employment rate and graduates often staying in the Northeast where education jobs are plentiful, most find work quickly. The debt load remains reasonable for a public university, particularly given the affordable in-state tuition. Strong return on investment.