Head-to-Head Analysis
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Updated January 2026 • Northfield, VT & Easton, MA
When students choose between Stonehill College and Norwich University, they're comparing two private institutions with similar costs but different career trajectories. Both schools operate in the New England region with comparable admission rates, but their graduates follow distinctly different earnings paths.
The data reveals a $12,170 annual difference in median earnings despite comparable net prices. These neighboring institutions represent different approaches to preparing students for post-graduation success in similar financial packages.
Median Student Debt at Graduation
$25,000
federal loans
$25,000
federal loans
Median Parent PLUS Loans
$22,052
borrowed by parents
$58,576
borrowed by parents
Stonehill College is predominantly business-focused, with 24% of graduates earning degrees in business fields, followed by 19% in social sciences and 6% in education. The largest programs include Psychology (97 graduates), Criminology (72), Finance (52), and Accounting (46).
Norwich University takes a distinctly different approach, concentrating on military technology and specialized programs. Norwich's top programs include Intelligence and Command Control Operations (163 graduates), Criminal Justice (139), Business Administration (59), and Information Technology Management (46).
This specialized focus creates different career pathways and earning potential between the institutions.
For students prioritizing long-term earning potential, Stonehill College delivers superior financial outcomes despite the higher upfront cost and substantial parent debt requirement. The $12,170 annual earnings advantage more than compensates for the price difference, creating lasting financial value for graduates who complete their degrees.
Norwich University offers a more specialized military and technology focus with lower family debt burden, making it the better choice for students specifically drawn to its unique programs or families prioritizing immediate affordability. The data clearly points to Stonehill as the stronger financial investment for typical graduates, but the decision hinges on program fit, family financial capacity, and tolerance for the significant parent borrowing difference.
If you can manage the higher family investment and want broader business and liberal arts preparation, Stonehill delivers superior returns.
Key Takeaway
The numbers are close, but the best school depends on your goals, values, and career aspirations.
This comparison was generated using Azimuth's proprietary ROI framework, developed by founder Daniel Rogers. Our methodology transforms federal education data into actionable insights for families.
This comparison uses Azimuth's proprietary ROI model based on U.S. Dept. of Education data. View Full Methodology.
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