Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 82.4%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 81.4%
- Retention Rate
- 91.2%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $79,164
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $26,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 15:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 78.7%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $276/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Information Science/Studies. | Master | $88,195 | $49,759 |
| Computer Engineering. | Bachelor | $81,333 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $77,966 | $64,914 |
| Information Science/Studies. | Bachelor | $67,101 | $26,564 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor | $66,989 | $27,000 |
| Civil Engineering. | Bachelor | $66,653 | $27,000 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor | $64,087 | $27,000 |
| Business/Managerial Economics. | Master | $62,674 | |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master | $62,343 | $44,832 |
| Chemical Engineering. | Bachelor | $61,516 | $27,000 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $61,303 | $27,000 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Bachelor | $57,318 | $27,000 |
| Law. | Doctoral | $56,776 | $113,050 |
| Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations. | Bachelor | $54,810 | $26,350 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master | $54,567 | $59,695 |
Outcomes Overview
Syracuse graduates earn a median salary of $79,164 ten years out, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 33% with typical debt loads of $26,000. Monthly loan payments of $276 consume about 4.2% of gross income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The university's strong alumni network in media, communications, and sports opens doors at major networks, publishing houses, and Fortune 500 companies. Syracuse's 94% employment rate reflects solid career services and recruiting connections. Notable graduates like sportscaster Bob Costas and numerous CNN anchors demonstrate the school's media industry pipeline. With earnings exceeding national averages for college graduates and manageable debt loads, Syracuse delivers a strong return on investment.