Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 47.4%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 46.6%
- Retention Rate
- 73.5%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $58,526
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $14,997
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 17:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 48.7%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $159/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Master | $61,814 | $20,500 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master | $56,415 | |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $50,742 | $15,250 |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Master | $46,478 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $42,363 | $14,000 |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor | $41,565 | |
| Social Sciences, Other. | Bachelor | $38,505 | $18,000 |
| General Sales, Merchandising and Related Marketing Operations. | Bachelor | $38,289 | |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Bachelor | $35,060 | |
| Criminology. | Bachelor | $34,621 | $15,517 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor | $34,135 | $12,500 |
| History. | Bachelor | $33,281 | $16,180 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Bachelor | $32,711 | $18,400 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor | $31,314 | $18,044 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor | $30,771 | $13,750 |
Outcomes Overview
SUNY Old Westbury graduates earn a median salary of $58,526 within ten years, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 26% based on the typical $14,997 in student loans. Monthly loan payments of $159 consume about 3.3% of gross income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The school's focus on education and social work produces graduates who often enter public service careers, which explains the moderate but steady earning trajectory. With 93.2% of graduates finding employment and relatively low debt burdens, Old Westbury delivers solid financial outcomes despite not producing high earners. The combination of affordable tuition and manageable debt creates an average return on investment.