Graduate earnings are in line with similar institutions.
What graduates earn 10 years after enrollment.
Annual salary at 10 years
Lower quartile earnings
Upper quartile earnings
How graduate earnings grow in the decade after enrollment.
College Of Staten Island graduates experience steady earnings growth throughout their early careers. Median earnings begin at $36,931 six years after enrollment, increase to $48,653 at eight years, and reach $53,501 at ten years post-graduation.
How outcomes compare to similar institutions.
Graduate earnings align with peer institutions — outcomes are in line with similar schools.
Financial justification for the investment.
Excellent affordability. Median debt of $14,350 is well under annual earnings, enabling comfortable repayment.
Student borrowing at College Of Staten Island remains well-controlled and manageable. Median debt reaches $14,350 at graduation, ranking in the 86th percentile nationally for low debt levels.
College Of Staten Island delivers above average return on educational investment, ranking at the 59.9th percentile nationally. Graduates earn $8,771 beyond expectations relative to student demographics, placing the institution in the 83.5th percentile for value delivery.
Approximately 20.4% of College Of Staten Island graduates continue to graduate or professional study, based on high-confidence program mix analysis. ...
Program mix explains much of the earnings story.
Program-level outcomes demonstrate the impact of field selection on career returns. Adult Health Nurse/Nursing leads with exceptional earnings of $103,603, reflecting strong healthcare career demand.
Computer Science follows with $88,544, while Applied Engineering produces $78,613 for graduates. Business programs show solid mid-career potential, with Business/Commerce generating $55,365 and Accounting Technology reaching $58,166.
See which programs drive the strongest earnings and career trajectories
Earnings outcomes span a wide range, with graduates earning between $28,588 at the 25th percentile and $84,344 at the 75th percentile. This 2.9:1 ratio reflects significant variation based on program choice and career pathway.
