Business Administration, Management and Operations at CUNY Brooklyn College

This program offers exceptional value despite below-average starting salaries. With just $11,000 in median debt—dramatically lower than both the national ($26,000) and New York state ($25,000) medians—Brooklyn College creates an incredibly favorable debt-to-earnings situation. While first-year earnings of $37,057 lag behind state and national averages, the 40% earnings growth to $52,008 by year four shows strong career trajectory potential.

The debt advantage is massive here. Ranking in the 95th percentile nationally for low debt means graduates avoid the crushing loan payments that plague most business students. Even with modest starting salaries, the 0.30 debt-to-earnings ratio means manageable monthly payments that won't derail financial plans. Within New York specifically, this program performs at the 40th percentile for earnings—not stellar, but reasonable given the dramatically lower debt burden.

For families prioritizing affordability and long-term financial health, this represents solid value. You're essentially getting a business degree with minimal debt while maintaining decent earning potential. The robust sample size of 100+ graduates gives confidence in these outcomes. While your child won't match the eye-popping salaries from elite private schools, they'll enter the workforce with financial flexibility that many higher-earning peers lack.