Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 67.0%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 66.8%
- Retention Rate
- 80.3%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $56,201
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $27,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 13:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 79.1%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $286/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering Science. | Bachelor | $58,221 | |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $55,286 | $26,818 |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Bachelor | $47,595 | $27,000 |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor | $42,682 | |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor | $41,193 | $27,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor | $38,829 | $25,571 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Bachelor | $37,208 | |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor | $35,546 | $26,750 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor | $33,993 | $25,125 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor | $30,771 | $27,000 |
| Social Work. | Bachelor | $26,121 | |
| Health and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor | $25,194 | |
| History. | Bachelor | $18,154 |
Outcomes Overview
Wartburg graduates earn a median of $56,201 within ten years, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 48% with typical debt of $27,000. Monthly loan payments of $286 consume about 6% of gross income, which is manageable compared to the national average of 10-15%. The 79% loan repayment rate suggests most graduates can handle their obligations. Many Knights enter education, nonprofit work, and church ministry, reflecting the college's Lutheran mission and strong teacher preparation programs. The music program also feeds graduates into performance and arts education careers. Despite the high sticker price, generous aid brings net costs down . This represents an average return on investment for a small liberal arts college.