United Talmudical Seminary combines among-the-highest access performance with top-tier affordability, serving predominantly low-income students at exceptionally low cost. The institution demonstrates strong value-added performance with graduates earning $2,947 beyond expectations while maintaining minimal debt burden.
Modestly below average, reflecting the specialized nature of outcomes and modest absolute earnings levels
With top-tier performance, driven by the $6,500 net price and minimal debt burden
Among the highest we track, reflecting the institution's enrollment of 85.6% Pell-eligible students
Around the national average, indicating moderate success in converting access into earnings growth
Percentile rankings vs 1,600+ peer institutions. Higher is better.
Full AnalysisUnited Talmudical Seminary delivers specialized religious education at exceptionally low cost. Graduates earn a median of $25,113 ten years after enrollment, while the institution maintains the lowest net price we track at $6,500 annually.
Despite modest absolute earnings levels, graduates achieve $2,947 beyond expectations compared to similar students nationally, ranking at the 67.2nd percentile for earnings uplift. Low-income graduates earn $25,900, indicating consistent outcomes across economic backgrounds.
Students seeking a specialized religious education with exceptionally low costs and strong affordability outcomes. Well-suited for students from lower-income backgrounds, given the 85.6% Pell-eligible enrollment and among-the-highest access performance.
However, prospective students should carefully consider the limited program offerings and modest post-graduation earnings relative to broader higher education options.
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Exceptional access and affordability performance
United Talmudical Seminary ranks #300 nationally, placing it at the 81.6th percentile in Azimuth's comprehensive analysis. Located in Brooklyn, New York, this medium-sized private nonprofit institution serves a highly specialized student population with among the highest access performance we track, ranking at the 99.9th percentile for access.
The seminary enrolls 85.6% Pell-eligible students, far exceeding typical institutions in serving lower-income students. With a retention rate of 86.7% and completion rate of 56.9%, United Talmudical Seminary maintains solid student persistence despite serving a predominantly low-income population.
Graduates earn $2,947 beyond expectations relative to similar students, ranking at the 67.2nd percentile nationally on this measure. The institution demonstrates exceptional affordability with top-tier performance at the 95.9th percentile, reflecting its mission to serve students from diverse economic backgrounds with minimal financial burden.
Buddhist Studies.
333 graduates
United Talmudical Seminary offers one bachelor's degree program with federal earnings data available for ranking. Buddhist Studies ranks #6 nationally and #2 in New York State, graduating 333 students with median earnings of $18,124 and a value score of 50.0.
This program represents 100% of the institution's degree completions, making it the flagship and defining program at United Talmudical Seminary. The national ranking of #6 indicates strong performance within this specialized field, while the substantial cohort size of 333 graduates demonstrates significant student demand and program capacity.
The value score of 50.0 suggests balanced outcomes relative to cost and debt burden. As the institution's sole program offering, Buddhist Studies reflects the seminary's focused mission and specialized educational approach.
The program's strong ranking position indicates quality outcomes within its specific discipline, while the large graduating class size provides confidence in the earnings data reported.
United Talmudical Seminary's published cost of attendance is $21,624 per year, including $14,133 in tuition, $4,000 for room and board, and $550 for books and supplies. However, the average student pays just $6,500 after financial aid, representing savings of $15,124 annually.
This net price ranks among the lowest nationally and sits $20,643 below the peer median of $27,143, demonstrating extraordinary affordability relative to comparable institutions. The institution's private nonprofit status enables substantial financial aid packaging that dramatically reduces the published sticker price.
United Talmudical Seminary's affordability index ranks at the 95.9th percentile with top-tier performance, reflecting both low net costs and minimal debt burden. For families across all income levels, the seminary represents exceptional value compared to typical higher education costs.
The combination of focused programming and aggressive financial aid creates access for students who might otherwise be priced out of post-secondary education. With 85.6% of students receiving Pell grants, the institution demonstrates its commitment to serving lower-income populations through comprehensive affordability measures.
United Talmudical Seminary graduates demonstrate steady earnings growth over time within their specialized field. Median earnings rise from $20,766 six years after enrollment to $21,721 at eight years and $25,113 at ten years, representing 20.9% growth from the six-year mark.
These outcomes are based on a ten-year cohort of 304 graduates, providing solid confidence in the reported figures given the institution's specialized nature. Graduates earn $2,947 beyond expectations compared to similar students nationally, placing United Talmudical Seminary at the 67.2nd percentile for earnings uplift.
This suggests the institution adds meaningful value relative to student backgrounds and program focus. Earnings span from $16,502 at the 25th percentile to $49,740 at the 75th percentile, reflecting a 3:1 ratio between top and bottom quartiles.
Approximately 30% of graduates continue to graduate or professional study, indicating pathways for both advanced education and workforce entry. While absolute earnings levels reflect the specialized nature of the program, the consistent growth trajectory and positive value-added performance demonstrate meaningful economic outcomes for graduates.
