Where Cornell University Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all multi/interdisciplinary studies bachelors's programs nationally
Compare to Similar Programs in New York
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies bachelors's programs at peer institutions in New York (38 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Cornell UniversityIthaca | $66,014 | $32,653* | — | $25,029* | — |
 Empire State UniversitySaratoga Springs | $7,630 | $41,424* | — | $27,708* | 0.67 |
 New York Institute of TechnologyOld Westbury | $44,360 | $34,859* | $36,818 | $25,058* | 0.72 |
 Stony Brook UniversityStony Brook | $10,560 | $32,855* | $47,129 | $24,000* | 0.73 |
 Culinary Institute of AmericaHyde Park | $38,410 | $32,450* | — | $23,250* | 0.72 |
 Binghamton UniversityVestal | $10,363 | $26,700* | $64,005 | $21,667* | 0.81 |
| National Median | — | $38,704* | — | $25,495* | 0.66 |
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 Cornell University, approximately 18% 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 6 similar programs in NY. Actual outcomes may vary.