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Plymouth State University

Plymouth, New Hampshire · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$46,466

Acceptance Rate

91%

Graduation Rate

49%

Annual Tuition

$14,558

Quick answer

According to U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data on USACollegeData.com (2024-25 College Scorecard release), graduates of Plymouth State University earn a median of $57,304 ten years after entry — 6% above the national median. Acceptance rate 91.0%, in-state tuition $14,558.

At a Glance

Total Students

3,298

Retention Rate

71%

Faculty Ratio

15

Financial Aid

73%

Median Debt

$26,000

Campus Setting

Town

Institution Type

Public

Institution Overview

Plymouth State University is a public institution with a student body of 3298. The university has a high acceptance rate of 91%. The average in-state tuition is $14,558. About 72.9% of students receive financial aid. The median debt for graduates is $26,000.

Graduation rates are 49.2%, with a retention rate of 71.3%. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $40,257. Five years after graduation, median earnings rise to $46,466, and ten years after graduation, median earnings are $57,304.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$40k

1 YEAR

$46k

5 YEARS

$57k

10 YEARS

Top 46% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Plymouth State University alumni earn a median salary of $40,257. Five years after graduation, median earnings increase to $46,466, and after ten years, median earnings reach $57,304. The median debt for graduates is $26,000.

Plymouth State University has a student body of 3,298, with a high acceptance rate of 91%. The graduation rate is 49.2%, and the retention rate is 71.3%. The in-state tuition cost is $14,558, and 72.9% of students receive financial aid.

Popular Programs

Top performing degrees based on enrollment and outcome data.

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods

Graduates 120 / yr
Median Salary $39,646

Business/Commerce, General

Graduates 84 / yr
Median Salary $41,714

Criminal Justice and Corrections

Graduates 70 / yr
Median Salary $39,171

Health and Physical Education/Fitness

Graduates 69 / yr
Median Salary $70,081

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas

Graduates 63 / yr
Median Salary $52,664

Business Administration, Management and Operations

Graduates 61 / yr
Median Salary $62,441

Psychology, General

Graduates 54 / yr
Median Salary $37,240

Marketing

Graduates 51 / yr
Median Salary $46,649

Natural Resources Conservation and Research

Graduates 43 / yr
Median Salary $31,836

Communication and Media Studies

Graduates 42 / yr
Median Salary $31,293

Fine and Studio Arts

Graduates 38 / yr
Median Salary $30,491

Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other

Graduates 36 / yr
Median Salary $31,495

English Language and Literature, General

Graduates 28 / yr
Median Salary $27,833

Accounting and Related Services

Graduates 27 / yr
Median Salary $54,209

Social Work

Graduates 26 / yr
Median Salary $41,451

Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions

Graduates 25 / yr
Median Salary $73,632

Biology, General

Graduates 24 / yr
Median Salary $40,088

Curriculum and Instruction

Graduates 19 / yr
Median Salary $53,767

Public Health

Graduates 16 / yr
Median Salary $34,087

Finance and Financial Management Services

Graduates 16 / yr
Median Salary $50,006

Computer and Information Sciences, General

Graduates 14 / yr
Median Salary $65,516

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

Graduates 10 / yr
Median Salary $72,906

Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft

Graduates 9 / yr
Median Salary $22,489

Student Counseling and Personnel Services

Graduates 8 / yr
Median Salary $49,656

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Campus Location

Plymouth, New Hampshire

Plymouth, NH 03264-1595

Plymouth State University is located in Plymouth, New Hampshire. The campus is in a town setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Plymouth State University has an acceptance rate of 91.0%.