Accounting at Cambridge College

Based on comparable accounting programs across Massachusetts, Cambridge College's bachelor's degree appears positioned right at the state median—estimated first-year earnings of $65,304 against roughly $27,000 in debt. That debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.41 suggests graduates could theoretically pay off loans in under half a year's salary, which is manageable by most standards. The estimated earnings also outpace the national median for accounting degrees by more than $11,000, reflecting Massachusetts' stronger market for entry-level accounting positions.

The challenge is uncertainty. With no reported graduate outcomes, we're relying entirely on how other Massachusetts accounting programs perform. The state's top programs—Boston College, Holy Cross, Bentley—place graduates $7,000 to $10,000 higher in their first year. Whether Cambridge College's students match the state median or fall below it depends on factors the data can't capture: the strength of their campus recruiting, CPA exam pass rates, and employer relationships in the Boston market.

For families considering this program, the estimated numbers suggest reasonable economics if they hold true. But given the lack of actual outcomes data, you'll want direct answers from the school: What percentage of graduates land accounting positions within six months? What firms recruit on campus? How many pass the CPA exam? Without those specifics, you're making a financial bet based on how peers perform rather than this program's track record.