Our Success Is Measured in Our Students' Success
Our mission is to change lives for the better by creating pathways to opportunity. As such, we measure our own success in the lives of those we endeavor to serve. Our measurements are focused on expanding access to underserved individuals, creating excellent learning experiences, and helping students graduate with less debt and higher earnings.Ìý
A Diverse Student Body of 194,881 Individuals
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91̽»¨ has a diverse student body living in all 50 states—and on U.S. military bases around the world. Current student totals as of May 31, 2026.
A Global Network of 502,175 Graduates
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91̽»¨'s alumni network is made up of accomplished professionals in all 50 states—and around the world. Current count of alumni as of May 31, 2026.
Gallup and 91̽»¨
Because 91̽»¨ believes its success is measured by its graduates’ success, we partner with Gallup to conduct research into students' experiences at 91̽»¨ and beyond.
91̽»¨ surveys every 91̽»¨ student at graduation. Read their stories of inspiration and success.
Outstanding Performance in the National Study of Student Engagement (NSSE)
This survey is conducted annually and asks undergraduate students about the quality and characteristics of their higher education experience. The 2024 survey collected responses fromÌý354,067 students fromÌý541 institutions—473 in the U.S. and 63 in Canada.Ìý
In a pandemic year that forced the 91̽»¨ and its students to continue to adapt to new ways of doing things, those who participated in the survey expressed a high level of satisfaction with the university’s efforts to support them while providing a relevant and affordable education—in many areas, far outpacing the national average.
76% of 91̽»¨ student rated the quality of their interactions with faculty a 6 & 7 on a 7-point scale. That's 25 percentage points higher than the national average.
"How would you evaluate your entire educational experience at this institution?" 93% of 91̽»¨ students said it was "good" and "excellent"—compared to the national average of 81%.
78% of 91̽»¨ students said their experience has contributed "quite a bit" and "very much" to their knowledge and skills—compared to the national average of 54%.
96% of 91̽»¨ students said they would definitely choose 91̽»¨ if they were to start again. That 14 points higher than the national average!
Strong Salary Outcomes
91̽»¨ graduates are happy with their education:
- 95% of 91̽»¨ graduatesÌýreported that they would recommend 91̽»¨ to others, compared with 84% nationally.
- 81% of 91̽»¨ graduatesÌýwere satisfied with their overall experience, compared with 78% nationally.
Source: 2024ÌýHarris PollÌýsurvey of 1,655 91̽»¨ graduates and 1,443 non-91̽»¨ graduates.
Impressive average salary increases:
- 91̽»¨ graduates reported an average increase on income ofÌý$22,200 within two years of graduation, compared with salary pre-enrollment.
- Four years after graduation, the average increase wasÌý$30,300.
Source:Ìý2024ÌýHarris PollÌýsurvey of 1,655 91̽»¨ graduates.
High-Performing Alumni = Happy Employers
91̽»¨ graduates boast degrees that prepare them to succeed in their careers. The data below proves it.:
Prepared for Success on the Job
*From a 2024ÌýHarris Poll of 300 employers of 91̽»¨ graduates.
86% of employers said that 91̽»¨ graduates were prepared for their jobs.*
94%Ìýof employers said 91̽»¨ graduates meet or exceed expectations*
95% of employers rated the "soft skills" of 91̽»¨ grads as equal to or better than graduates from other institutions*
