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Transylvania University

300 North Broadway, Lexington, KY 40505, USA

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US ranking
position: 781
Tuition & fees per year: $48,920
Acceptance rate: 85.00%
Median alumni salary: $32,785
Avg. SAT and ACT: 1190 SAT, 27 ACT
Entrance difficulty: N/A

What are the graduation rates for students at Transylvania University?

Transylvania University demonstrates strong graduation outcomes, with an overall graduation rate of 70%, placing it within the top 25% of institutions nationally. Male students graduate at a slightly lower rate of 67%, which also ranks in the top 25%, while female students have a graduation rate of 71%, ranking in the top 30%.

The university exhibits exceptional performance in four-year graduation rates, with 65% of students completing their degrees within this timeframe. This figure ranks Transylvania University in the top 15% of colleges in the country, indicating a robust support system for timely degree completion. Over six years, the graduation rate holds steady at 70%, maintaining a position in the top quartile nationally.

Retention rates are similarly high at 83%, suggesting that a significant majority of students continue their studies after their first year, contributing positively to overall graduation success. These figures collectively reflect a university environment that promotes student persistence and achievement.

What is the earning potential for graduates at Transylvania University?

Graduates from Transylvania University pursuing degrees in business-related fields tend to report the most notable earning potential according to available data. Those holding a degree in Accounting and Related Services have a median earning of $43,754, which stands out as the highest among the reported figures.

Additionally, graduates with a degree in Business/Commerce, General report earnings around $36,805, indicating strong prospects within the broader business disciplines at the university.

These numbers suggest that students aiming for careers in accounting or general business fields may expect comparatively favorable financial outcomes after completing their studies at Transylvania University.

Transylvania University Graduation Rate

Avg. graduation 70%
Graduation rate, total cohort
4-year Graduation 65%
Graduation rate - Bachelor degree within 4 years, total
6-year Graduation 70%
Graduation rate - Bachelor degree within 6 years, total

Transylvania University Career Help & Outcomes

Career Centers:

Full time employees: 5

Part time employees: Data not available

Career Counselling:

Individual: All undergraduates

Group: All undergraduates

Career Center services:

  • Job Interviews
  • Career library
  • Resume preparation
  • Resume refers to employers
  • Career/Interest testing
  • Interview workshop
  • Alumni network

Other information:

Job bank on campus

Yes

Job fairs on campus

Yes

Individual job placement

All undergraduates

On campus employer recruitment

All undergraduates

Transylvania University Graduations Per Degree

BACHELOR’S Degree

Women Men Total

Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs

415

Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services

134

Education

325

Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics

404

English Language and Literature/Letters

303

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

303

Biological and Biomedical Sciences

251035

Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies

213

Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, and Kinesiology

10515

Philosophy and Religious Studies

022

Physical Sciences

459

Psychology

21324

Social Sciences

141226

Visual and Performing Arts

729

Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services

82937

History

224

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