Outcomes-based program rankings.
Program outcomes at St. Joseph's University-New York vary significantly by field of study.
The rankings below evaluate programs based on graduate earnings, debt levels, and return on investment rather than reputation or prestige. Use this data to compare how different majors perform in career markets.
Analyzing 20 programs with available earnings data.
These highlights identify programs that excel across earnings, national ranking, and enrollment scale.
#38 nationally
$55K median earnings
Adult Health Nurse/Nursing leads earnings at $96,958 for 77 graduates, followed by Accounting Technology at $61,821 for 51 graduates. Business Administration produces $56,922 for larger cohorts of 103 graduates. These high-earning programs demonstrate the institution's effectiveness in technical and professional fields that translate directly to career advancement and financial success in competitive job markets.
Several programs achieve exceptional national recognition. Education/Teaching of Individuals Who are Developmentally Delayed ranks #1 nationally with a perfect value score. Corrections Administration ranks #25 nationally and #4 in New York with strong earnings outcomes. Adult Health Nurse/Nursing ranks #35 nationally and #13 in New York, combining high earnings with solid enrollment. These rankings reflect actual graduate outcomes rather than academic reputation, providing concrete evidence of program effectiveness in preparing students for career success.
This bar shows the range of median earnings across all majors at this school.
The tables below organize programs by academic category, showing earnings, rankings, debt, and enrollment data for each major.
These sections represent the complete set of ranked undergraduate programs at St. Joseph's University-New York.
Business programs show varied performance across specializations. Accounting Technology ranks #165 nationally but produces strong $61,821 earnings for smaller cohorts of 51 graduates.
Business Administration graduates 103 students earning $56,922 while ranking #208 nationally. These programs offer solid earnings potential with different pathways for students seeking either specialized technical skills or broad management preparation.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping. | #164 | $61,821★ |
Program rankings reflect labor market outcomes rather than academic reputation or prestige measures. Earnings data comes from federal College Scorecard records tracking graduates 10 years after enrollment, providing actual career results rather than starting salary estimates. Programs require minimum cohort sizes for federal reporting, ensuring statistical reliability. Rankings compare outcomes nationally and within New York state across all institutions offering similar programs. Value scores incorporate multiple factors including earnings relative to debt, career growth potential, and employment rates. Students should consider these data alongside personal interests, career goals, and graduate school plans when selecting majors. Individual outcomes vary based on career choices, geographic location, and post-graduation decisions including advanced education.
Median earnings 10 years post-enrollment
Debt burden relative to earnings
Institutional contribution to outcomes
recent graduates
Education/Teaching of Individuals Who are Developmentally Delayed achieves a perfect 100.0 value score while ranking #1 nationally. Corrections Administration scores 87.4 for value with strong national ranking. Adult Health Nurse/Nursing combines 87.6 value scores with exceptional earnings. These programs optimize the relationship between educational investment and career outcomes, providing strong returns across multiple success measures.
Health Professions programs show Excellent affordability ratings with payments under 8% of discretionary income. Business programs rate Good with payments between 8-12% of discretionary income. Education programs show mixed affordability, with some reaching High burden levels requiring income-based repayment strategies. Psychology and Liberal Arts programs rate Manageable with 12-18% payment burdens and extended payoff timelines.
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| Digital Marketing.Small sample | #139 | $57,546 | — | 19 |
| Business Administration and Management, General. | #210 | $56,922 | $28,744 | 103 |
| Brewery/Brewpub Operations/Management.Small sample | #80 | $35,420 | — | 18 |
Health programs at St. Joseph's University-New York demonstrate exceptional earnings performance with Adult Health Nurse/Nursing ranking #35 nationally and producing $96,958 median earnings for 77 graduates.
Clinical Research Coordinator programs rank #40 nationally with more moderate earnings of $51,009. This group combines strong national recognition with excellent career outcomes, making it ideal for students prioritizing both program quality and financial returns in healthcare fields.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult Health Nurse/Nursing. | #38 | $96,958★ | $19,690 | 77 |
| Clinical Research Coordinator. | #46 | $51,009 | — | 41 |
Biology programs rank #128 nationally, graduating 27 students with $54,530 median earnings and strong value scores of 65.5. The smaller cohort size reflects focused program delivery with solid career outcomes for students preparing for graduate school or direct entry into biological sciences careers.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biology, General. | #125 | $54,530★ | — | 27 |
| Algebra and Number Theory.Small sample | #160 | $53,836 | — | 14 |
Psychology programs graduate 69 students earning $44,056 with moderate national ranking at #168. While earnings are lower than technical fields, the program provides solid preparation for graduate study or entry-level social service careers.
This path suits students prioritizing psychological research or clinical preparation over immediate earning maximization.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Research Methodology and Quantitative Methods.Small sample | #26 | $45,948★ | — | 16 |
| Psychology, General. | #173 | $44,056 | $20,672 | 69 |
| Human Services, General.Small sample | #11 | $43,105 | — | 18 |
| American Government and Politics (United States).Small sample | — | $34,334 | — | 8 |
General Studies programs graduate 41 students earning $40,634 with rankings at #142 nationally. These programs provide broad foundational education for students seeking flexibility in career direction or preparation for graduate study across multiple disciplines, though with more modest immediate earning potential.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English Language and Literature, General.Small sample | #137 | $42,181★ | — | 18 |
| General Studies. | #153 | $40,634 | — | 41 |
| American History (United States).Small sample | #288 | $37,266 | — | 19 |
Education programs demonstrate exceptional national recognition with mixed earnings outcomes. Education/Teaching of Individuals Who are Developmentally Delayed ranks #1 nationally with perfect value scores and $55,060 earnings for 161 graduates.
Agricultural Teacher Education shows lower earnings at $33,993 for 72 graduates. This group is well-suited for students committed to educational careers who value program excellence over maximum earning potential.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education/Teaching of Individuals Who are Developmentally Delayed. | #1 🏆 | $55,060★ | $28,101 | 161 |
| Agricultural Teacher Education. | #145 | $33,993 | $20,365 | 72 |
Corrections Administration ranks #25 nationally and #4 in New York, producing strong earnings of $55,499 for 51 graduates with excellent value scores of 87.4. This program combines national recognition with solid career outcomes, positioning graduates well for law enforcement and corrections careers with above-average earning potential in the protective services field.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corrections Administration. | #24 | $55,499 | — | 51 |
Other & Interdisciplinary graduates earn 34K on average, with 1 program ranking in the national Top 10.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golf Course Operation and Grounds Management.Small sample | #10 | $46,620★ | — | 14 |
| Adult Development and Aging.Small sample | #102 | $21,796 | — | 17 |
Resources, cohort size, and graduation rates
Trajectory from early to mid-career
Why rankings may differ by program: A university's nursing program and business program can have entirely different outcome profiles. Our methodology surfaces these differences so you can evaluate programs — not just institutions.
