Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 51.1%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 51.1%
- Retention Rate
- 72.9%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $65,865
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $21,974
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 15:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 60.2%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $233/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. | Doctoral | $115,339 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Certificate | $106,814 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master | $99,439 | $35,661 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Certificate | $87,815 | |
| Educational/Instructional Media Design. | Master | $78,343 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $74,200 | |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master | $72,134 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $71,098 | $24,100 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Certificate | $59,425 | |
| Human Services, General. | Master | $58,221 | |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Doctoral | $57,318 | |
| Public Administration. | Master | $57,318 | |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master | $54,588 | |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Certificate | $53,984 | |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master | $52,455 | $24,000 |
Outcomes Overview
UMass Boston graduates enter the workforce with a median debt of $21,974 and earn $65,865 ten years out. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 33% sits comfortably below the federal guideline of 40%. Monthly loan payments of $233 represent just 4% of typical graduate income. The university's location in Boston's job market helps explain the strong 94.2% employment rate. Many graduates find work in healthcare, given the respected nursing program, while others enter government and nonprofit sectors reflecting the school's public service mission. Business and education also draw significant numbers of alumni. The combination of reasonable debt loads and solid earning potential makes this a strong return on investment for most students.