Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 90.3%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 90.9%
- Retention Rate
- 94.7%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $78,158
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $21,500
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 9:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 88.2%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $228/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Master | $96,587 | $128,561 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor | $80,510 | $19,500 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $76,836 | $61,051 |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor | $71,015 | $20,549 |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor | $70,456 | |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Bachelor | $66,653 | $18,899 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master | $65,145 | $43,000 |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods. | Bachelor | $63,005 | |
| Law. | Doctoral | $60,811 | $105,023 |
| Medicine. | Doctoral | $57,411 | $193,205 |
| Economics. | Bachelor | $55,693 | $20,500 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor | $49,618 | $22,500 |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor | $44,170 | |
| History. | Bachelor | $41,789 | $20,963 |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor | $41,025 | $22,250 |
Outcomes Overview
Wake Forest graduates command a median salary of $78,158 within ten years, creating a favorable debt-to-earnings ratio of just 27%. Monthly loan payments of $228 represent only 3.5% of typical graduate income. The university's extensive alumni network, particularly strong in finance and business, helps explain why 95.2% of graduates find employment. Wake Forest's reputation opens doors at major consulting firms, investment banks, and Fortune 500 companies. The school's emphasis on leadership development and its "Old Boy Network" culture translate into career advancement opportunities. With relatively low debt loads and high earning potential, Wake Forest delivers a strong return on investment for most graduates.