Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 41.7%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 43.6%
- Retention Rate
- 79.1%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $31,754
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $16,250
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 21:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 45.2%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $172/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 | $33,708 | $23,000 |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication. | Master | $30,228 | $14,167 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $25,194 | $15,100 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $25,194 | |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication. | Bachelor | $16,663 | $12,500 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor | $12,961 | |
| Marketing. | Bachelor | $9,706 | |
| Radio, Television, and Digital Communication. | Bachelor | $9,400 | $11,750 |
| Education, General. | Bachelor | $9,167 | |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor | $8,056 | $13,150 |
Outcomes Overview
Sacred Heart graduates earn a median of $31,754 ten years after graduation, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 51%. Monthly loan payments of $172 consume about 6.5% of typical graduate income. The university's Catholic mission and strong communication programs traditionally funnel graduates into media, nonprofit work, and local business roles across Puerto Rico. However, only 45% of borrowers are successfully repaying their loans, well below national averages. The 67% employment rate reflects Puerto Rico's challenging economic climate. While tuition costs remain affordable at $6,360, the combination of modest earnings potential and struggling loan repayment rates suggests a weak return on investment for most students seeking financial advancement.