Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 60.1%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 60.8%
- Retention Rate
- 74.6%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $55,921
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $25,250
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 12:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 73.3%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $268/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. | Master | $182,280 | $144,882 |
| Education, Other. | Master | $126,504 | |
| Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration. | Doctoral | $124,217 | $253,897 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Master | $102,919 | $154,447 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Doctoral | $86,550 | $47,436 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Certificate | $70,344 | $18,097 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Doctoral | $68,024 | $168,367 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Master | $66,922 | $111,205 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $63,806 | $26,000 |
| Medicine. | Doctoral | $59,097 | $312,574 |
| Public Health. | Master | $57,705 | $35,785 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Bachelor | $55,651 | $26,645 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master | $54,593 | |
| Social Work. | Master | $44,399 | $53,099 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $42,235 | $26,920 |
Outcomes Overview
UNE graduates earn a median of $55,921 ten years after graduation, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 45% based on the typical $25,250 debt load. Monthly loan payments of $268 consume about 5.8% of gross income, which is manageable for most borrowers. The school's health sciences focus drives strong employment outcomes, with 97.8% of graduates finding work. Many enter high-demand fields like healthcare, dentistry, and marine biology where starting salaries often exceed the median. The 73.34% loan repayment rate indicates most graduates can handle their obligations. Despite the high sticker price, UNE delivers a strong return on investment for students committed to health professions.