Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 46.7%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 49.1%
- Retention Rate
- 66.8%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $50,074
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $27,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 13:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 57.5%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $286/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics. | Bachelor | $48,432 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $37,208 | $27,000 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Bachelor | $35,330 | $30,750 |
| Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies. | Bachelor | $31,851 | |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor | $29,685 | $27,000 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor | $28,598 | |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor | $26,643 | $27,000 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor | $26,353 | |
| International Relations and National Security Studies. | Bachelor | $21,781 | |
| Sociology. | Bachelor | $21,508 | |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor | $20,140 | $24,250 |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor | $19,227 |
Outcomes Overview
Virginia Wesleyan graduates earn a median of $50,074 ten years after graduation, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 54% based on the typical $27,000 in student loans. Monthly loan payments of $286 consume about 6.9% of gross income for recent graduates. The 93.7% employment rate reflects strong career services support, though the liberal arts focus means graduates enter diverse fields rather than concentrating in high-paying sectors like engineering or finance. With 57.5% of borrowers successfully repaying loans, outcomes vary by major and career path. The Methodist-affiliated college's emphasis on service learning and internships helps graduates find meaningful work, but the financial return represents an average investment compared to career-focused programs.