Security Science and Technology at Bay Path University

Bay Path's Security Science and Technology program serves a predominantly working-class student body (two-thirds receive Pell grants) and delivers outcomes that look starkly different depending on your comparison point. Nationally, this program ranks in just the 17th percentile for earnings, with first-year graduates making $32,326—well below the national program median of $39,252. However, among Massachusetts programs specifically, it sits right at the state median, meaning it performs about average for this field in a high-cost-of-living state where security professionals may face different market dynamics than elsewhere.

The financial picture requires careful consideration. The debt load of $29,113 is actually lower than the national median for this program, and the 0.90 debt-to-earnings ratio means graduates owe less than one year's salary. Earnings do grow by 25% over four years, reaching $40,440, which narrows the gap with national benchmarks. For a family already stretching to afford college, Bay Path's 74% admission rate and focus on access-oriented education makes this achievable—but the returns may not justify the investment if your child has other options, particularly at public institutions or programs with stronger industry connections.

If your child is passionate about security work and Bay Path's environment feels like the right fit, this won't derail their future. But they should enter with realistic salary expectations for those critical first years and a plan to minimize additional living expenses during that period.