Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 77.8%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 75.7%
- Retention Rate
- 85.8%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $67,725
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $26,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 12:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 80.5%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $276/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science. | Bachelor | $71,957 | |
| Economics. | Bachelor | $42,682 | $27,000 |
| International Relations and National Security Studies. | Bachelor | $38,289 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $38,289 | $27,000 |
| History. | Bachelor | $36,134 | $25,990 |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor | $33,459 | $26,434 |
| Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies. | Bachelor | $32,925 | $25,000 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor | $32,925 | $26,298 |
| Sociology. | Bachelor | $31,305 | $27,000 |
| Neurobiology and Neurosciences. | Bachelor | $30,771 | $27,000 |
| Anthropology. | Bachelor | $29,685 | |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor | $27,126 | $27,000 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor | $27,048 | $24,000 |
| Film/Video and Photographic Arts. | Bachelor | $26,739 | $24,250 |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor | $23,693 |
Outcomes Overview
Wheaton graduates enter the workforce with $26,000 in median debt, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 39% based on their $67,725 median salary after ten years. Monthly loan payments of $276 represent about 5% of typical graduate income. The college's extensive alumnae network opens doors in media, nonprofit work, and education, building on Wheaton's liberal arts foundation. With a 94.3% employment rate and strong mentor connections through the college's signature program, graduates find meaningful work relatively quickly. The debt burden remains reasonable compared to many private colleges, and ten-year earnings justify the investment. This represents a strong return on investment for students seeking personalized liberal arts education.