At a glance
Average net price
$21,634
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
24.9%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
13,603
In-state tuition
$16,327
Out-of-state tuition
$16,327
Cost of attendance
$28,897
Median earnings (10y)
$38,696
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- 33.4%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
13 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by business (33%), social sciences (32%), trades & services (17%).
- STEM3%
- Health14%
- Business33%
- Humanities & arts1%
- Social sciences32%
- Trades & services17%
- Business32.7%~4,454 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- ~2,364 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Health professions14.2%~1,928 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- ~1,741 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Legal7.3%~989 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Psychology4.4%~597 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~437 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Agriculture2.7%~373 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Computer science2.6%~354 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~167 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Communication0.8%~103 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~71 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~26 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 932 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 582 | $54,265 | $27,842 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master's | 479 | — | — |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Associate's | 449 | $20,563 | $34,584 |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Master's | 366 | $69,016 | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate's | 265 | — | $39,549 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate's | 207 | $39,148 | $33,638 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 182 | $33,882 | $45,713 |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 176 | $31,938 | $50,610 |
| Human Services, General. | Bachelor's | 176 | $37,239 | $54,002 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 172 | $46,200 | $33,250 |
| Legal Support Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 152 | — | $27,523 |
| Health Professions Education, Ethics, and Humanities. | First professional | 119 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 101 | — | — |
| Human Services, General. | Master's | 101 | $52,762 | — |
| Education, General. | Master's | 100 | $52,478 | — |
| Homeland Security. | Bachelor's | 100 | — | $23,625 |
| Health Professions Education, Ethics, and Humanities. | Master's | 94 | — | — |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Graduate certificate | 91 | $51,691 | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate's | 89 | $35,134 | $42,938 |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Bachelor's | 82 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 79 | $52,687 | $35,782 |
| Non-Professional Legal Studies. | Associate's | 73 | $35,781 | $32,142 |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 63 | — | $19,000 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | First professional | 62 | — | — |
| Non-Professional Legal Studies. | Bachelor's | 60 | $45,235 | $51,000 |
| Public Administration. | Master's | 56 | $73,466 | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 56 | — | — |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 51 | $44,063 | $33,812 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 51 | $36,914 | $28,524 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 46 | $29,790 | $31,250 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master's | 44 | — | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Master's | 44 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master's | 43 | $68,219 | — |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Graduate certificate | 40 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 35 | — | — |
| Agricultural and Domestic Animal Services. | Bachelor's | 33 | — | — |
| Marketing. | Associate's | 31 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 20 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Graduate certificate | 13 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Post University
Post University is a large institution located in Waterbury, Connecticut, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 13,603 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Family & consumer sci, Health professions.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Post University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $21,634 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $16,327 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $28,897 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 24.9%, a below-average completion outcome. 33.4% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $38,696 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Post University confers degrees and certificates across 13 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Family & consumer sci, Health professions. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by business (33% of credentials), social sciences (32% of credentials), trades & services (17% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.
Location & campus
Set in Waterbury, Connecticut (city), Post University draws students from across Connecticut and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Post University
Q.How much does Post University cost?
The average net price at Post University is $21,634 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $28,897.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Post University?
Post University has a 6-year graduation rate of 24.9% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How much do Post University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Post University graduate earns $38,696 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Post University?
Published tuition is $16,327 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Post University located?
Post University is located in Waterbury, Connecticut (ZIP 06723).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Post University at their official website.