Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 59.8%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 60.3%
- Retention Rate
- 73.5%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $63,454
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $26,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 13:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 72.4%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $276/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 | $133,171 | $37,070 |
| Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration. | Doctoral | $110,559 | $66,000 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master | $94,408 | $41,390 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master | $76,460 | |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor | $68,499 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $65,035 | $24,990 |
| Engineering, General. | Bachelor | $53,984 | $25,662 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor | $53,219 | $27,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master | $53,099 | |
| Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering. | Bachelor | $52,941 | $27,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $52,733 | $39,600 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor | $50,856 | $25,000 |
| Education, General. | Master | $49,631 | |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Master | $48,198 | $16,045 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $44,776 | $25,500 |
Outcomes Overview
Wilkes graduates enter the workforce with a median debt load of $26,000, translating to monthly payments of $276. With median earnings of $63,454 after ten years, graduates dedicate roughly 5.2% of their monthly income to loan repayment. This debt-to-income ratio sits comfortably below the problematic 10% threshold that signals financial stress. The university's strong programs in pharmacy, engineering, and business feed graduates into stable career paths with solid earning potential. A 98% employment rate demonstrates the practical value of Wilkes' career-focused approach. The loan repayment rate of 72.35% reflects manageable debt levels relative to earning power. Overall, Wilkes delivers a strong return on investment for students seeking career-ready education.