Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 60.1%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 60.5%
- Retention Rate
- 72.3%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $58,537
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $27,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 10:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 74.0%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $286/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. | Master | $78,343 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $67,660 | $23,951 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $60,358 | $27,000 |
| Educational/Instructional Media Design. | Master | $39,009 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $37,208 | $27,000 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master | $36,914 | $40,813 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor | $32,382 | $27,000 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor | $29,141 | $27,000 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor | $26,353 | $27,000 |
Outcomes Overview
Waynesburg graduates earn a median of $58,537 ten years after graduation, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 46% based on the typical $27,000 in student loans. Monthly loan payments of $286 consume about 6% of gross income, which falls below the recommended 10% threshold. The university's 97.3% employment rate reflects strong career services and alumni networks in Pennsylvania's healthcare, education, and business sectors. Graduates often enter nursing, teaching, and corporate training roles where Waynesburg's reputation for producing reliable employees carries weight. The loan repayment rate of 74% suggests most alumni manage their debt successfully. This represents an average return on investment for a small private university.