Student Outcomes
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $42,810
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $20,834
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 30:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 30.0%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $221/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. | Doctoral | $108,649 | $94,982 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master | $94,227 | $53,686 |
| Public Administration. | Doctoral | $90,412 | $138,500 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Doctoral | $88,588 | $115,920 |
| Education, General. | Doctoral | $80,219 | $132,844 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $77,487 | $20,341 |
| Public Health. | Doctoral | $72,546 | $129,841 |
| Medical Illustration and Informatics. | Master | $69,338 | $41,000 |
| Management Information Systems and Services. | Master | $67,660 | |
| Psychology, General. | Doctoral | $65,387 | $175,633 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Master | $62,012 | $41,000 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Certificate | $59,948 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $58,943 | $45,581 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Master | $58,923 | $44,740 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor | $57,318 | $43,204 |
Outcomes Overview
Walden graduates earn a median of $42,810 ten years after graduation, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 49%. Monthly loan payments of $221 consume about 6% of typical graduate income. The university primarily serves working adults seeking career advancement in education, healthcare, and social services. With 94.9% employment rates, most graduates find work in their fields. However, only 30% successfully repay their loans on time. The for-profit model means virtually no institutional aid, leaving students reliant on federal loans. While the flexible online format helps working professionals earn degrees, the financial returns lag behind nonprofit alternatives. This represents an average return on investment for career changers.