Lindenwood University
MO · Private · 99% graduation rate
ROI by Major
Debt and earnings data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. ROI grades compare median student debt at graduation to earnings 1 and 5 years after completion, adjusted for NCES IPEDS graduation rates.
| Major | Median Debt | Year 1 Earnings | Year 5 Earnings | ROI Grade | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Software and Media Applications | $23K | $95K | $147K | A | STRONG BUY |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management | $23K | $95K | $147K | A | STRONG BUY |
| Computer and Information Sciences | $23K | $95K | $147K | A | STRONG BUY |
| Chemistry | $23K | $65K | $90K | B | BUY |
| Business/Commerce | $27K | $65K | $89K | B | BUY |
| Finance and Financial Management Services | $27K | $65K | $89K | B | BUY |
| Marketing | $27K | $65K | $89K | B | BUY |
| Accounting and Related Services | $27K | $65K | $89K | B | BUY |
| Human Resources Management and Services | $27K | $65K | $89K | B | BUY |
| Sociology | $27K | $58K | $78K | C | BUY |
| Biology | $27K | $55K | $74K | C | CAUTION |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | $27K | $52K | $72K | C | CAUTION |
| Psychology | $27K | $48K | $65K | C | CAUTION |
| Communication and Media Studies | $27K | $52K | $69K | C | CAUTION |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | $27K | $50K | $67K | C | CAUTION |
| English Language and Literature | $29K | $48K | $64K | D | CAUTION |
| Health and Physical Education/Fitness | $27K | $42K | $58K | D | CAUTION |
| Education, Other | $27K | $45K | $60K | D | CAUTION |
| Design and Applied Arts | $29K | $42K | $57K | D | CAUTION |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft | $29K | $42K | $57K | D | CAUTION |
Frequently Asked Questions
It depends on your major. The highest-ROI major at Lindenwood University earns a grade of A, with median debt of $23K and year-5 earnings of $147K. Compare debt-to-earnings ratios across majors before deciding.
Lindenwood University has a 99% graduation rate. A higher graduation rate generally correlates with better student support and outcomes, which can impact your return on investment.
Median debt varies significantly by major at Lindenwood University. For example, Computer Software and Media Applications graduates have median debt of $23K. Review the ROI by Major table above for a full breakdown.
The top-earning major is Computer Software and Media Applications with median year-5 earnings of $147K. We rank each major by its debt-to-earnings ROI score to help you compare options.
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ROI scores are calculated by comparing median debt at graduation to median earnings 1 and 5 years after completion, weighted by graduation rate. Grades range from A (strong return) to F (poor return).