Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 64.9%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 68.1%
- Retention Rate
- 81.7%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $74,360
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $25,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 16:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 76.3%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $265/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Master | $116,354 | $42,500 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master | $106,421 | $49,365 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $95,910 | $25,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Master | $66,029 | |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master | $62,508 | |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master | $61,814 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $58,557 | |
| Microbiological Sciences and Immunology. | Master | $55,151 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $49,019 | $27,000 |
| Arts, Entertainment,and Media Management. | Bachelor | $39,585 | $27,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor | $30,984 | $27,000 |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor | $23,538 | $26,949 |
Outcomes Overview
Wagner graduates earn a median of $74,360 ten years after graduation, while carrying typical debt of $25,000. This creates a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 34%, well below problematic levels. Monthly loan payments of $265 represent just 4% of median income, leaving plenty of room for living expenses. The college's 96.7% employment rate reflects strong career services and its proximity to New York City job markets. Wagner's liberal arts focus traditionally feeds graduates into business, education, healthcare, and nonprofit sectors where relationship-building matters more than prestige. With reasonable debt loads and solid earning potential in the nation's largest job market, Wagner delivers a strong return on investment.