Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 54.6%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 57.0%
- Retention Rate
- 42.0%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $37,852
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $25,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 36:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 68.2%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $265/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Natural Resources Management and Policy. | Bachelor | $36,668 | $26,944 |
| Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology. | Bachelor | $26,933 | |
| Zoology/Animal Biology. | Bachelor | $24,863 | $27,000 |
| Wildlife and Wildlands Science and Management. | Bachelor | $24,499 | $27,000 |
Outcomes Overview
Unity Environmental graduates face a challenging financial reality despite strong employment prospects. The employment rate hits 97.1%, but median earnings of $37,852 ten years out create a concerning debt-to-earnings ratio of 66% with typical debt of $25,000. Monthly loan payments of $265 consume roughly 8.4% of gross income, well above the recommended 10% threshold for total student debt. Environmental careers traditionally offer lower starting salaries despite meaningful work in conservation, renewable energy, and sustainability consulting. The university's focus on hands-on environmental education creates passionate advocates, but graduates often struggle with loan repayment rates of just 68.19%. This represents a weak return on investment for most students.