Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 69.7%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 68.4%
- Retention Rate
- 83.5%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $56,280
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $21,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 12:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 77.4%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $223/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor | $73,530 | $26,000 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master | $56,505 | $14,185 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $56,028 | $25,094 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Master | $47,260 | $39,851 |
| Economics. | Bachelor | $46,478 | |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $43,426 | $23,250 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $42,235 | $22,813 |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor | $38,289 | |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor | $37,208 | |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor | $36,668 | $21,500 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master | $36,560 | $17,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Master | $35,861 | $20,000 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor | $33,535 | $23,250 |
| Agriculture, General. | Bachelor | $33,281 | $18,518 |
| Education, General. | Bachelor | $29,685 |
Outcomes Overview
Truman graduates earn a median salary of $56,280 ten years out, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.37 with typical debt loads of $21,000. Monthly loan payments of $223 consume about 4.7% of gross income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The 97.5% employment rate reflects strong career preparation across liberal arts disciplines. Graduates commonly pursue careers in education, business, and public service, with many attending graduate school given Truman's academic rigor. The combination of modest debt, solid earnings growth, and excellent job placement rates delivers a strong return on investment for a public liberal arts education.