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Career OutcomesAzimuth ranks Curry College #1054 for overall value on Azimuth's composite among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $10,427 more than similar students at comparable institutions, placing Curry College in the 86.3 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. Curry College sits in the 76.4 percentile for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. --- Azimuth's ranking reflects Curry College's position among nonprofit four-year institutions, with graduates demonstrating meaningful financial outcomes relative to cost. The institution's health-focused program mix contributes to its above-average performance on key financial metrics.
Azimuth ranks Curry College #1054 for overall value on Azimuth's composite among nonprofit four-year institutions. A private master's university in Milton, MA, Curry College enrolls roughly 1,780 undergraduates. Retention is 66.2% and the six-year graduation rate is 51.1%, reflecting the institution's commitment to student completion. Where Curry College performs strongest is return on investment. Azimuth ranks Curry College #350 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn median 4-year earnings of $72,447, and Curry College sits in the 86.3 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. The institution's strength in Health fields — which dominate the degree portfolio — directly supports these earnings outcomes, positioning graduates for stable, well-paying careers in growing sectors. Access and affordability sit lower in the composite. Curry College sits in the 20.1 percentile for access and the 11.0 percentile for affordability among nonprofit four-year institutions. 30.9% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants and 30.0% are first-generation college students, reflecting a moderately selective enrollment profile. Mobility outcomes — how well low-income students progress toward economic self-sufficiency — sit in the 28.7 percentile. For families weighing the institution's cost against long-term earnings potential, the strong return on investment provides meaningful financial justification, though affordability remains a consideration relative to lower-priced public alternatives.
Curry College's published cost of attendance is $64,020. Net price by income band shows meaningful variation: low-income families pay approximately $23,806, middle-income families pay around $26,827, and higher-income families pay approximately $33,973. Azimuth ranks Curry College #1268 for post-graduation affordability among nonprofit four-year institutions. Net prices by income band are medians within those bands; individual aid packages vary, so some families in each band pay more and some less than the figures shown. Curry College uses need-based aid to help close the gap between sticker price and what families actually pay. The institution participates in federal (Pell Grants, Direct Loans), state, and institutional aid programs. Families apply for need-based aid using the FAFSA, and aid packages are determined based on demonstrated financial need. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $25,000, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $51,615; private or institutional loans may add further borrowing that falls outside these federal-only figures — see the Parent PLUS risk framework for how household context shapes PLUS decisions. For a graduate at the institution's median four-year earnings of $72,447, median federal debt of $25,000 projects to a monthly payment of about $282 under standard ten-year repayment. For personalized projections across earnings scenarios — including Parent PLUS planning — use Azimuth's Financial GPS tool.
Curry College is a strong fit for students interested in Health fields who want a small private college experience in MA. The college's program mix is concentrated in these areas, with 13% of graduates completing degrees in Health disciplines. Graduates earn median 4-year earnings of $72,447, placing Curry College in the 73.7 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $10,427 more than similar students at comparable institutions, placing the institution in the 86.3 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. The college enrolls students from a range of backgrounds, with 30.9% of undergraduates receiving Pell Grants and 30.0% identifying as first-generation. Published cost of attendance is $33,973, with need-based aid available to help close the gap for qualifying students. Fit depends on two realistic filters: the 87.6% admit rate makes the application process moderately selective, and the program mix favors Health fields over other disciplines. Students whose interests align with these areas will find focused academic support and career pathways.
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Curry College's published cost of attendance is $64,020. Net price by income band shows meaningful variation: low-income families pay approximately $23,806, middle-income families pay around $26,827, and higher-income families pay approximately $33,973.
Azimuth ranks Curry College #1268 for post-graduation affordability among nonprofit four-year institutions. Net prices by income band are medians within those bands; individual aid packages vary, so some families in each band pay more and some less than the figures shown.
Curry College uses need-based aid to help close the gap between sticker price and what families actually pay. The institution participates in federal (Pell Grants, Direct Loans), state, and institutional aid programs.
Families apply for need-based aid using the FAFSA, and aid packages are determined based on demonstrated financial need. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $25,000, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $51,615; private or institutional loans may add further borrowing that falls outside these federal-only figures — see the [Parent PLUS risk framework](/analysis/ou-what-happens-when-parents-borrow-too/) for how household context shapes PLUS decisions.
For a graduate at the institution's median four-year earnings of $72,447, median federal debt of $25,000 projects to a monthly payment of about $282 under standard ten-year repayment. For personalized projections across earnings scenarios — including Parent PLUS planning — use [Azimuth's Financial GPS tool](/analysis/financial-gps-framework/).
Graduates of Curry College earn median 4-year earnings of $72,447, placing Curry College in the 73.7 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $10,427 more than similar students at comparable institutions, placing Curry College in the 86.3 percentile for [earnings beyond expectations](/analysis/a-value-added-approach-to-college-outcomes/) among nonprofit four-year institutions.
Azimuth ranks Curry College #350 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. The earnings pattern centers on health and allied health fields, which anchor Curry College's degree output and career outcomes.
Nursing is the largest program with 233 graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $92,783, performing at 1.0× the national benchmark for the field. The Criminal Justice program graduates 71 students earning $64,406 four years after enrollment, and Business Administration enrolls 53 students with median earnings of $68,677.
These health-focused pathways reflect Curry College's curricular concentration in Health and align with stable, in-demand career trajectories in healthcare and related professions.
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
233 graduates
Business Administration, Management and Operations
53 graduates
Criminal Justice and Corrections
71 graduates
Communication and Media Studies
35 graduates
Psychology, General
50 graduates
Curry College's program mix is anchored in health and human services fields, reflecting the institution's mission-driven focus on preparing students for careers in care, wellness, and social support. Nursing is the largest program with 233 graduates, followed by Criminal Justice, Business Administration, Psychology, General, and Communication and Media Studies.
Across 12 programs, 0 meet Azimuth's ranking threshold, with several delivering solid four-year earnings outcomes aligned with the institution's health-services concentration. The earnings pattern reflects the applied, direct-to-workforce nature of Curry College's dominant program families.
Nursing leads with median earnings of $92,783 four years after enrollment among 233 graduates, followed by Business Administration with $68,677, Criminal Justice with $64,406, Communication and Media Studies with $52,041, and Psychology, General with $50,496. These programs represent the institution's core strengths in health professions, business administration, and human services—fields where graduates enter the labor market directly and earnings reflect immediate workforce demand.
The concentration in health and applied-professional fields positions Curry College as a career-focused institution where program choice aligns closely with employment outcomes. Graduates in nursing, allied health, and business-related fields typically move into stable, in-demand roles with predictable salary trajectories.
The [supply and demand for college graduates](/analysis/supply-demand-map-college-degrees/) provides context for how these dominant program families align with national labor-market demand and wage trends in healthcare and professional services.
Peer institutions with comparable quality and outcomes:
| School | State | Accept Rate | Median Earnings | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
New England Institute Of Technology Similar quality tier in Northeast (#28212 ranked) | RI | 67% | $48,684 | #28212 | Compare |
Saint Anselm College Similar quality tier in Northeast (#28208 ranked) | NH | 78% | $73,371 | #28208 | Compare |
Dakota Wesleyan University Similar quality tier (#28216 ranked) | SD | 73% | $53,728 | #28216 | Compare |
Alverno College Similar quality tier (#28204 ranked) | WI | 86% | $53,145 | #28204 | Compare |
University Of Dubuque Similar quality tier (#28219 ranked) | IA | 89% | $51,190 | #28219 | Compare |
