Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 90.6%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 89.1%
- Retention Rate
- 94.4%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $71,366
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $18,625
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 8:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 93.3%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $197/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor | $69,535 | $17,037 |
| Economics. | Bachelor | $57,995 | $19,000 |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor | $49,683 | $19,000 |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor | $41,025 | |
| Education, General. | Bachelor | $39,741 | |
| Film/Video and Photographic Arts. | Bachelor | $39,729 | $17,993 |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor | $35,600 | $18,985 |
| Sociology. | Bachelor | $33,993 | |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor | $33,959 | $16,750 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor | $32,708 | |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor | $32,391 | $19,000 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor | $31,670 | $17,500 |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor | $30,771 | $19,000 |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor | $29,685 | $19,000 |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor | $28,236 | $20,000 |
Outcomes Overview
Vassar graduates earn a median of $71,366 ten years after graduation, putting them ahead of many liberal arts college peers. The college's reputation in entertainment and media pays off for many alumni. Monthly loan payments of $197 represent just 3.3% of typical graduate income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. With median debt of $18,625, graduates face a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.26, meaning they earn nearly four times their student loan balance. The 93.32% loan repayment rate reflects graduates' financial stability after leaving campus. Vassar's strong alumni network in acting, writing, and other creative fields creates valuable career connections. This represents a strong return on investment.