Outcomes-based program rankings.
Program outcomes at SUNY Geneseo vary significantly by field of study, ranging from high-earning business and quantitative programs to service-oriented education and social science fields. The rankings below evaluate programs based on graduate earnings, debt levels, and return on investment rather than reputation or prestige.
Analyzing 21 programs with available earnings data.
These highlights showcase programs that stand out for strong national rankings, high earnings, or substantial enrollment at Geneseo.
#33 nationally
$58K median earnings
This bar shows the range of median earnings across all majors at this school.
The tables below compare programs in each category by earnings, national ranking, debt levels, and cohort size.
These sections represent the complete set of ranked undergraduate programs at Suny College At Geneseo.
Business and economics programs at Geneseo deliver the institution's strongest earnings outcomes, with accounting graduates earning $78,676 and economics graduates earning $74,334. These programs combine rigorous liberal arts training with practical career preparation, ranking well nationally while maintaining substantial enrollment.
Business Administration graduates earn $65,289 with strong value scores, making this group ideal for students prioritizing immediate post-graduation earning potential alongside analytical skill development.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping. | #33 | $78,676★ |
Program outcomes reflect actual career results rather than institutional reputation or marketing. Earnings data comes from federal College Scorecard records tracking graduates 4-6 years after completion, based on tax return information. Rankings compare programs nationally within each major, while value scores incorporate both earnings and debt levels. Cohort size indicates enrollment scale and data reliability. Programs require minimum enrollment thresholds for federal reporting, ensuring statistical validity. This methodology explains why programs at the same institution show different outcomes - they reflect distinct labor market results and career paths chosen by graduates in each field.
Median earnings 10 years post-enrollment
Debt burden relative to earnings
Institutional contribution to outcomes
Resources, cohort size, and graduation rates
recent graduates
| $23,454 |
| 67 |
| Business Administration and Management, General. | #78 | $65,289 | $28,940 | 82 |
Science and mathematics programs demonstrate solid outcomes with Mathematics graduates earning $65,571 and ranking #56 nationally. Biology represents one of Geneseo's largest programs with 150 graduates earning $51,619, though biochemistry shows more modest outcomes at $28,598.
These programs serve students seeking graduate school preparation alongside workforce entry, with outcomes varying significantly by specific field and career path chosen.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Algebra and Number Theory. | #55 | $65,571★ | — | 50 |
| Analytical Chemistry.Small sample | #67 | $58,150 | — | 17 |
| Biology, General. | #36 | $51,619 | $17,710 | 150 |
| Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. | #100 | $28,598 | — | 27 |
| Geochemistry and Petrology. | #102 | $26,353 | — | 25 |
Social science programs show wide earnings variation, from International Relations graduates earning $54,921 to Political Science graduates earning $24,421. Psychology represents the largest program by enrollment with 175 graduates earning $47,289, while sociology graduates earn $46,749.
These programs attract students interested in public service, graduate school, or diverse career paths where earnings potential depends heavily on post-graduation choices.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applied Economics. | #83 | $74,334★ | — | 25 |
| International Relations and Affairs. | #39 | $54,921 | — | 43 |
| Psychology, General. | #77 | $47,289 | $18,933 | 175 |
| Applied/Public Sociology. | #100 | $46,749 | — | 41 |
| American Government and Politics (United States). | #304 | $24,421 | — | 78 |
| Geographic Information Science and Cartography. | #93 | $23,351 | — | 23 |
| Anthropology, General. | #153 | $21,052 | — | 22 |
Communication and Media Studies, Other. leads communications with 44K in median earnings.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Communication and Media Studies, Other. | #127 | $44,465 | $32,410 | 116 |
Humanities programs at Geneseo include English Literature graduates earning $39,386 and History graduates earning $47,393. While earnings are more modest compared to business and STEM fields, these programs provide strong preparation for graduate study, law school, and careers in education, writing, and public service.
History ranks #57 nationally with solid value scores, reflecting quality preparation within the field.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catalan Language and Literature.Small sample | #29 | $57,836★ | — | 17 |
| American History (United States). | #58 | $47,393 | — | 40 |
| English Language and Literature, General. | #161 | $39,386 | — | 55 |
Education programs show varied outcomes, with Adult Education graduates earning $49,859 and Agricultural Education graduates earning $34,435. Special Education graduates earn $37,229, reflecting typical public service salary structures.
These programs primarily prepare students for teaching careers with stable employment prospects, though earnings remain below business and STEM alternatives. Several programs rank well nationally within education fields.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult and Continuing Education and Teaching. | #46 | $49,859★ | — | 31 |
| Education/Teaching of Individuals Who are Developmentally Delayed. | #82 | $37,229 | — | 44 |
| Agricultural Teacher Education. | #154 | $34,435 | — | 65 |
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.
