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Career OutcomesAzimuth ranks Fisher College #1184 for overall value on Azimuth's composite among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn at roughly the same level as similar students at comparable institutions, placing Fisher College in the 60.4 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. Azimuth ranks Fisher College #741 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. --- Fisher College's Azimuth ranking reflects its ability to deliver consistent outcomes for students seeking a private-college experience in Boston. The institution combines strong earnings beyond expectations with predictable affordability, particularly for Pell-eligible and first-generation students.
Azimuth ranks Fisher College #1184 for overall value on Azimuth's composite among nonprofit four-year institutions. A private master's university in Boston, MA, Fisher College enrolls roughly 1,167 undergraduates. Retention stands at 54.6% and the six-year graduation rate is 27.8%, reflecting solid conversion of enrollment into degree completion. Where Fisher College performs strongest is return on investment. Azimuth ranks Fisher College #741 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn at roughly the same level as similar students at comparable institutions, placing Fisher College in the 60.4 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. This strong earnings performance reflects the institution's concentration in Business, a field that typically leads to solid early-career pay and sustained income growth. Access and affordability sit lower in the composite. Fisher College sits in the 45.5 percentile for access and the 24.6 percentile for affordability among nonprofit four-year institutions. The institution enrolls 39.7% Pell-eligible students and 46.8% first-generation undergraduates. Mobility outcomes rank at the 2.4 percentile among nonprofit four-year institutions, indicating that while graduates move into stable careers, the institution's access footprint remains narrower than its return performance would suggest.
Fisher College's published cost of attendance is $53,921. Net price by income band shows how financial aid reshapes that headline figure: low-income families pay approximately $25,071, middle-income families pay around $27,168, and higher-income families pay approximately $30,661. Azimuth ranks Fisher College #1074 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. Fisher College's financial aid structure combines need-based aid with merit scholarships. Most students receive some form of institutional aid, and the college participates in federal (Pell Grants, Direct Loans) and state aid programs. The gap between sticker price and net price reflects the institution's commitment to making attendance more accessible across income levels, though families should verify current aid policies on the college's financial aid website for the most up-to-date information. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $25,000, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $29,228; 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 $57,557, 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.
Fisher College is a particularly strong choice for students seeking a small, private college experience in Boston with a focus on business programs. Its outcomes are especially compelling for students who want a personalized academic environment with strong local employer connections. Graduates earn median 4-year earnings of $57,557, placing Fisher College in the 32.4 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. They earn at roughly the same level as similar students at comparable institutions, placing the institution in the 60.4 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. The college enrolls a meaningful share of Pell-eligible students — 39.7% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants — and delivers completion rates that support upward mobility. Published cost of attendance is $30,661, with median federal debt at graduation of $25,000. Fit depends on two realistic filters: business programs account for 28% of degrees, and the urban Boston location shapes both academic and post-graduation opportunities. Students whose interests align with these fields will find focused preparation for local careers.
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Fisher College's published cost of attendance is $53,921. Net price by income band shows how financial aid reshapes that headline figure: low-income families pay approximately $25,071, middle-income families pay around $27,168, and higher-income families pay approximately $30,661.
Azimuth ranks Fisher College #1074 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.
Fisher College's financial aid structure combines need-based aid with merit scholarships. Most students receive some form of institutional aid, and the college participates in federal (Pell Grants, Direct Loans) and state aid programs.
The gap between sticker price and net price reflects the institution's commitment to making attendance more accessible across income levels, though families should verify current aid policies on the college's financial aid website for the most up-to-date information. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $25,000, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $29,228; 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 $57,557, 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 Fisher College earn median 4-year earnings of $57,557, placing Fisher College in the 32.4 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn at roughly the same level as similar students at comparable institutions, placing Fisher College in the 60.4 percentile for [earnings beyond expectations](/analysis/a-value-added-approach-to-college-outcomes/) among nonprofit four-year institutions.
Azimuth ranks Fisher College #741 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. The earnings pattern reflects Fisher College's concentration in business and professional fields.
Human Services, General is the largest program with 29 graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $48,902, performing at 1.0x the national benchmark for the field. The Business Administration program graduates 26 students with median 4-year earnings of $69,576, while Criminal Justice and Nursing round out the top programs with 24 and 18 graduates respectively.
These business-oriented majors anchor the institution's earnings profile and align with the strong employer demand in the Boston metropolitan area.
Peer institutions with comparable quality and outcomes:
| School | State | Accept Rate | Median Earnings | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Loyola University New Orleans Similar quality tier (#30624 ranked) | LA | 93% | $52,927 | #30624 | Compare |
Carthage College Similar quality tier (#30627 ranked) | WI | 87% | $56,950 | #30627 | Compare |
Oral Roberts University Similar quality tier (#30621 ranked) | OK | 99% | $46,885 | #30621 | Compare |
Randolph-Macon College Similar quality tier (#30619 ranked) | VA | 87% | $58,448 | #30619 | Compare |
Eureka College Similar quality tier (#30628 ranked) | IL | 85% | $51,641 | #30628 | Compare |
Criminal Justice and Corrections
24 graduates
Business Administration, Management and Operations
26 graduates
Health and Medical Administrative Services
12 graduates
Communication and Media Studies
10 graduates
Human Services, General
29 graduates
Fisher College's program mix is anchored in business and professional fields, reflecting its identity as a career-focused private institution in Boston. Human Services, General is the largest program with 29 graduates, followed by Business Administration with 26 graduates, Criminal Justice with 24 graduates, Nursing with 18 graduates, and Health Administration with 12 graduates.
Across 0 ranked programs serving roughly 183 students annually, the institution concentrates its degree output in Business at 28% and Education at 5%, positioning graduates for direct entry into applied professional careers. The strongest earnings outcomes cluster in applied business and finance-adjacent fields.
Criminal Justice graduates earn median earnings of $80,136 four years after enrollment, while Business Administration graduates earn $69,576, and Health Administration graduates earn $63,505. Communication and Media Studies and Human Services, General round out the highest-earning programs, with graduates earning $50,535 and $48,902 respectively.
This earnings concentration in business and finance fields reflects both the institution's program portfolio and the labor-market demand for graduates in Boston's professional services sector. Fisher College's program signature emphasizes applied professional pathways where graduates enter the workforce directly rather than pursuing graduate study.
The [supply and demand for college graduates](/analysis/supply-demand-map-college-degrees/) provides context for how the institution's dominant program families align with regional and national labor-market demand. As a smaller, focused institution, Fisher College graduates a concentrated cohort each year, which creates meaningful employer visibility within Boston's business and financial services networks.
