Based on U.S. Department of Education data (October 2025 release). Some figures are estimates based on similar programs — see details below.
Analysis
Marketing programs in Massachusetts show dramatic variance in outcomes, with top performers like Boston College placing graduates above $66,000 while the state median sits near $46,500. Cambridge College's estimated figures—derived from that state median—suggest first-year earnings around $46,500 against roughly $27,000 in debt, putting it in the middle of the pack for Massachusetts marketing degrees and slightly above the national median of $44,700.
The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.58 represents just over seven months of gross income, which falls within a manageable range by industry standards. For context, a third of Cambridge College students receive Pell grants, and this program's estimated cost structure appears reasonable for the earning potential it suggests. However, the $20,000 gap between these projected outcomes and what elite Massachusetts programs deliver is substantial—that difference compounds significantly over a career.
The limitation here is clear: without school-specific data, families are evaluating this program based on what similar Massachusetts marketing degrees produce, not Cambridge College's actual track record. If you're considering this program, the estimated numbers suggest it won't create crushing debt, but you'll want direct conversations with the admissions office about actual graduate outcomes and whether Cambridge College's network can compete with better-documented programs in the Boston area.
Where Cambridge College Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all marketing bachelors's programs nationally
Compare to Similar Programs in Massachusetts
Marketing bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Massachusetts (28 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $18,072 | $46,491* | — | $26,949* | — | |
| $67,680 | $66,227* | $89,379 | $18,000* | 0.27 | |
| $58,150 | $60,447* | $77,885 | $26,000* | 0.43 | |
| $17,357 | $58,462* | $62,209 | $23,750* | 0.41 | |
| $49,414 | $55,314* | $62,024 | $27,000* | 0.49 | |
| $54,500 | $50,025* | $74,083 | $26,000* | 0.52 | |
| National Median | — | $44,728* | — | $24,267* | 0.54 |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with marketing graduates
Advertising and Promotions Managers
Marketing Managers
Sales Managers
Fundraising Managers
Web and Digital Interface Designers
Video Game Designers
Business Teachers, Postsecondary
Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists
Search Marketing Strategists
Fundraisers
Survey Researchers
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Cambridge College, approximately 33% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 13 similar programs in MA. Actual outcomes may vary.